🗳️ap comparative government review

Cooption

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

A political strategy of incorporating or appeasing minority groups by granting them limited representation or voice to reduce opposition and gain their support.

AP course connection

Topic 1.9: 1.9 Sustaining Legitimacy

Unit 1

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