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One-Party System

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 one-party system is a political system where only one political party is legally allowed to exist and hold power. It suppresses opposition parties, limiting political competition and pluralism.

AP course connection

Topic 1.3: 1.3 Democracy vs. Authoritarianism

Unit 1

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