The term refers to the growth and expansion of citizens' involvement in political activities, such as voting, campaigning, and expressing their views on public issues.
Related terms
Jacksonian Democracy: A political movement led by President Andrew Jackson that aimed to expand democratic ideals by increasing political participation among common people.
Universal White Male Suffrage: The extension of voting rights to all white males regardless of property ownership or social status.
Party Politics: The organization and competition between different political parties seeking power through elections.
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