Reform Party
Definition
The Reform Party is an American political party that was founded in 1995 by Ross Perot. It emphasizes fiscal responsibility, political reform, and centrist policies.
Related terms
Fiscal Responsibility: A government's readiness to balance public spending with public revenue to avoid excessive debt.
Political Reform: Changes in policy, law or constitution brought about with the aim of improving the management of a country's public affairs.
Centrist Policies: Political ideas or policies that avoid extreme views or major social changes, aiming for moderate political positions.
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Additional resources (1)
AP US Government - 5.5 Third-Party Politics
Practice Questions (1)
How might modern politics change if Ross Perot’s Reform Party had won presidency in the ’90s?
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