Partisanship
Definition
Strong, often blind adherence to a particular party, faction, cause, or person.
Analogy
Imagine being a die-hard fan of a sports team. No matter how they perform, you always cheer for them and defend them against critics. That's similar to partisanship in politics - unwavering support for a political party regardless of its actions or policies.
Related terms
Bipartisanship: Agreement or cooperation between two political parties that usually oppose each other's policies.
Political Polarization: The divergence of political attitudes toward ideological extremes.
Party Platform: A formal set of principal goals which are supported by a political party or individual candidate.
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Which trend has been observed in recent decades regarding partisanship in Congress?
What role does "partisanship" play in congressional voting patterns?
What has been a significant consequence of increased partisanship in Congress?
Which of the following best describes a consistent trend regarding partisanship among young voters in recent years?
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