| These voters are registered as a party member but only participate by voting in primary and general elections. Tend to vote straight-party ticket and follow the leads of local party officials. | |
| Complicated issues that do not play a large role in elections i.e. how to ensure the U.S. has good relations with China 10 years from now | |
| Temporary and are put together to work out differences between Senate and House versions of a bill | |
| Politician who is not affiliated with any political party |