What Is the Tea Party? Why Do We Call It

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Essay

What is the Tea Party? Why do we call it a "party" and what might be a more accurate name for it? What does the existence of the Tea Party tell us about the strength of American political parties and the way the political system works in America?

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Definitions:

Investment Industry Regulatory Organization

Investment Industry Regulatory Organization is a generic term that refers to a regulatory body responsible for supervising and regulating firms and professionals in the investment industry to protect investors and maintain market integrity.

Securities Industry

A sector comprising firms and institutions that facilitate the issuance, buying, and selling of securities, like stocks and bonds, to finance businesses and investment opportunities.

Federal Government

The national government of a country, responsible for implementing and enforcing laws, and managing the country's affairs.

Equity Carve-out

A strategic corporate action where a company sells a percentage of the interest of a subsidiary to outside investors, thereby offering it publicly while retaining control.