Mugwumps: A group within the Republican Party that couldn't decide between Stalwarts or Halfbreeds; they eventually supported Democrat Grover Cleveland because they believed in civil service reform.
Election of 1884: The presidential election where Blaine was the Republican nominee but lost to Democrat Grover Cleveland due to his controversial past and allegations of corruption.
Pan-Americanism: An idea strongly promoted by Blaine during his time as Secretary of State; it aimed at promoting cooperation among nations in the Western Hemisphere.