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Describes units of geopolitical geography so that they can be associated with contests , offices , ballot styles , and election results. Synonyms: GpUnit
Also known asGpUnit · geopolitical division · electoral district · voting district · administrative division · electoral unit
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Describes units of geopolitical geography so that they can be associated with contests , offices , ballot styles , and election results. Synonyms: GpUnit
NIST Election Glossary · 2024
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Geopolitical Unit. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 22, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/geopolitical-unit
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