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Chapter 10
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Lobbying | Seek to influence (a politician or public official) on an issue. |
| Inequities | Lack of fairness or justice. |
| Suffrage | The right to vote in political elections. |
| Inclusive | Including or covering all the services, facilities, or items normally expected or required. |
| Clout | Influence or power, especially in politics or business. |
| Tenants | A person who occupies land or property rented from a landlord. |
| Litigation | The process of taking legal action. |
| Subsidies | A grant or contribution of money. |
| Stimulate | Encourage interest or activity in (a person or animal). |
| Unanimity | Agreement by all people involved; consensus. |
| Manipulated | Handle or control |
| Deference | Humble submission and respect. |
| Spawned | Produce or generate |
| Protesters | A person who publicly demonstrates strong objection to something |
| Falter | Start to lose strength or momentum. |
| Petitioned | Make or present a formal request to (an authority) with respect to a particular cause. |
| Inquiry | Make or present a formal request to (an authority) with respect to a particular cause. |
| Jaundice | A medical condition with yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes |
| Endorses | Declare one's public approval or support of. |
| Skirmishes | An episode of irregular or unpremeditated fighting |