Primary definition
Any organization that involves itself in the political process, including political parties, non-governmental organizations, advocacy groups, and special interest groups.
Also known asPO · political orgs · political org · political groups · political group · advocacy orgs · advocacy org · special interest orgs · special interest org · NGOs · NGO
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EAC
U.S. Election Assistance Commission
Any organization that involves itself in the political process, including political parties, non-governmental organizations, advocacy groups, and special interest groups.
EAC Glossary of Terms · 2024
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Political Organizations. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 21, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/political-organizations
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