“Nobody drowned at Watergate” was a phrase used, especially by supporters of President Richard Nixon, to minimize the impact of the Watergate scandal and to …| Political Dictionary
A “vetter” is an individual or team responsible for conducting thorough background checks and investigations into the qualifications and suitability of a candidate or appointee. …| Political Dictionary
In politics, “vetting” refers to the process of thoroughly investigating and evaluating a candidate’s background, qualifications, and character before they are selected for a political …| Political Dictionary
The grassroots are the ordinary people in a region, or in a political party. The “grassroots” level is the opposite of the leadership level. In …| Political Dictionary
Logrolling refers to a quid pro quo exchange of favors. In politics, it generally refers to vote-trading by lawmakers to ensure that each legislator’s favored …| Political Dictionary