The Electoral Process

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Chapter 9 The Political Process

• Section 4
• The Electoral Process

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The Electoral Process
Main Idea The Constitution creates a system in
which citizens elect representatives to public
office. Each citizen has the responsibility to
help make this system work. Citizens can affect
the electoral process in many ways, but the most
powerful is by voting on election day.
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The Electoral Process

• Reading Focus
• How is a political campaign organized and
  financed?
• How are candidates chosen for an election?
• What are four factors that may influence voting
  and voter behavior?
• What is the difference between a general election
  and a special election?
• Do political campaigns serve the public good?