Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
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Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
One party domination refers to a political system in which only one political party holds power, often suppressing opposition parties through legal or non-legal means.
Authoritarianism is a form of government characterized by strong central control and limited individual freedoms.
Single-party State: A single-party state is a type of government in which only one political party is legally allowed to exist and hold power.
Totalitarianism: Totalitarianism refers to an extreme form of authoritarian rule where the government seeks total control over all aspects of public and private life.