Political science

Political science

The social science discipline concerned with the study of the state, government and politics.

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chair of committees of the whole

Politics; Political Science

The Member elected by the House at the beginning of each Parliament, charged with presiding over all Committees of the Whole. The Chair of Committees of the Whole also serves as Deputy Speaker.

chamber

Politics; Political Science

The room in which the House of Commons or the Senate meets to conduct its business.

chapter

Politics; Political Science

After a bill has been signed by the Governor, the Secretary of State assigns the bill a Chapter Number, such as Chapter 1235, Statutes of 1993, which is subsequently used to refer to the measure ...

An unrelenting series of attacks on a person's character, often employing exaggerated, distorted, or even false information. When used in political races, character assassination is a tactic designed ...

charisma

Politics; Political Science

In political speech refers to a person's flair and personal magnetism, his or her ability to inspire voters. Charismatic candidates exude charm and power; they excite people and can persuade them to ...

charismatic authority

Politics; Political Science

Authority based on the admiration of personal qualities of an individual.

charter

Politics; Political Science

The laws, including the powers and organization, granted to a city by the state legislature; the constitution of an international body, such as the United Nations.