(intransitive, idiomatic, derogatory) to act or say something according to political ambition, self-interest, and gamesmanship instead of moral conviction and altruism; to politick

The politics of agriculture, both within it and around it: that is, both within the industry and regarding its relations with the rest of society, such as in its regulatory and statutory oversight.

Alternative form of dog-whistle politics

(Ireland, derogatory, informal) political activity that is more evidently concerned with addressing the immediate needs of the local electorate than with strategy that might affect the national interest.

Communicating (often contentious) political ideas in coded language, such that only a small group of voters understands them as they are meant to be understood.

A form of politics where persons rarely or never disagree with more powerful organizations.

(chiefly US, politics) Ultimately, constituents and voters are concerned most about issues that affect their personal lives and home communities, and they vote accordingly.

Alternative form of all politics is local

A complete set of institutions, political organizations, interest groups (such as political parties, trade unions, lobby groups), the relationships between those institutions and the political norms and rules that govern their functions (constitution, election law).

plural of political science