Partisan position

Definition

A partisan position refers to a role or office that is associated with and influenced by political parties. In this context, it means that the Speaker of the House is elected by members of their own political party and typically acts in ways aligned with their party's interests.

Related terms

Bipartisan: Involving cooperation or agreement between two major political parties despite their differences.

Nonpartisan: Not affiliated with any particular political party; unbiased or neutral in relation to political matters.

Party platform: A document outlining the principles, beliefs, and policy positions adopted by a political party.