Across
- 1. The occurrence of a shocking electoral victory in which one candidate's votes far surpass those of the other candidates.
- 5. A non-official, non-scientific study of voter preferences in an election.
- 8. Ideas and points of debate around which candidates may develop policy. Issues are sometimes divided into those that concern domestic affairs within the United States, and those related to foreign policy.
- 9. A schedule of planned actions and events leading o the election of the candidate.
- 10. An individual currently holding a position of office.
- 12. A government of the people, by the people, and for the people.
- 13. A person who is strongly devoted to a political party.
- 14. An individual that is appointed or elected to represent others.
Down
- 2. A person who does not identify with any particular political party.
- 3. A form of government in which power is divided between one central power and several regional powers.
- 4. The ability to effectively use language, through the practice of exaggeration or display, to influence others.
- 6. A discussion between candidates held to address issues and campaign platforms.
- 7. An individual running for office in an election.
- 11. A person or company whose duty is to research public opinion.
- 13. The place where votes are cast. The term is also used to describe a survey researching public opinion.