Politics

Definition

Politics is a process by which groups make decisions. It involves negotiation, debate and decision-making within groups including governments and corporations.

Related terms

Democracy: A system of government where power is vested in the people who rule either directly or through freely elected representatives.

Autocracy: A system of government where one person has all power; examples include dictatorships and absolute monarchies.

Bipartisanship: Cooperation between two political parties that usually oppose each other's policies.