Partisan Votes
Definition
Partisan votes are those cast in line with how a member's political party votes or supports on an issue or legislation.
Analogy
It's like being part of a sports team. Even if you don't agree with every play your coach calls, you still follow along because you're all working towards the same goal - winning!
Related terms
Bipartisan Votes: These are votes where members from both major political parties vote in favor of an issue or legislation.
Party-Line Vote: A vote in which a substantial majority of members of a political party vote the same way (usually in opposition against members from other parties).
Whip System: A strategy used by political parties to ensure party discipline and unity on votes.
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