Dictionary

term limit: Refers to cumulative or consecutive terms that an elected official can serve by law.

totalitarianism: Governmental control of individuals that eliminates personal freedoms.

town meeting: A gathering of people, often organized informally by candidates and elected officials, that encourages addressing issues and asking questions.

tyranny: The control of a people by one person who governs with self-interest and anti-humanistic tactics.

unilateral: Meaning only one side, or when agreement is unanimous as in a unilateral vote.

utilitarianism: The belief that resolution is brought about by moral action to achieve the most positive outcome.

voucher: A note that replaces money and can be spent on a specifically designated item or service; also a receipt.

wetback: A disparaging term referring to Hispanics and especially those who swim across the Rio Grande illegally to enter the U.S.

write-in candidate: One who is not officially listed on a ballot, but may be voted into office by constituents.