Democratic National Committee (DNC)

Definition

The Democratic National Committee (DNC) is the official governing body of the United States Democratic Party, responsible for promoting Democratic campaign activities, formulating party platforms, and coordinating fundraising and election strategy. It plays a key role in mobilizing voters, supporting candidates, and shaping the party's stance on various issues.

Related terms

Political Action Committee (PAC):

A type of organization that raises money privately to influence elections or legislation.

Grassroots Movements:

These are movements driven by the politics of a community, organization, or group from the ground up, often mobilizing local support for wider initiatives.

Superdelegate: A superdelegate is an unpledged delegate in the Democratic Party who is free to support any candidate for the presidential nomination at the party's national convention