What Is a Party Caucus

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Multiple Choice

What is a party caucus?

• A)It is a gathering of party members to narrow the field of candidates before an election.
• B)It is the gathering of delegates from all states that officially elects the President.
• C)It is the meeting of party leaders and legislators to discuss party policy.
• D)It is a televised meeting of a party's top candidates for elected office to discuss their views on several issues.
• E)It is a meeting to redraw congressional and other legislative district lines based on the census.

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