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snap elections start learning		elections held earlier than it would be supposed to (e.g. because of the parliament dissolution) At the moment, snap elections look as the only solution.
lower house start learning		usually the bigger and more inclusive chamber/house in the bicameral parliament It may be easier to be elected to the lower house.
grassroots initiative start learning		initiative led and organized by the ordinary citizens without politicians involvement Grassroots initiatives are at the heart of a real democracy.
checks and balances start learning		set of regulations which help to balance the influence of the power branches Checks and balances are fundamental for every democratic country.
election day start learning		day of the elections The election day in the US is tomorrow.
bicameral parliament start learning		parliament divided into two separate houses/chambers US parliament is a bicameral one.
secretary of state start learning		in the UK/US - one of the government members also: position within a particular ministry Secretaries of state in the US are appointed by the president.

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