American Government / Unit 5 Gov 208 short lesson, about 20 seconds
The Nomination Stage
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The idea
The nomination stage is the first stage of the election cycle, in which each party determines its nominee.
In practice
State parties choose the mechanism — a primary or a caucus.
Where people slip
Not every citizen participates in every stage; nomination belongs to the parties.
Your place on the trail
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