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Mass-Based Political Parties

Definition

Mass-based political parties are political organizations that seek broad public support by appealing to widespread concerns among voters. They often represent large demographic groups within society.

Related terms

Political Spectrum: A system to characterize and classify different political positions in relation to one another.

Populism: A political approach that strives to appeal to ordinary people who feel that their concerns are disregarded by established elite groups.

Ideology: A system of ideas and ideals, especially one which forms the basis of economic or political theory and policy.

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