VOCABULARY

Word Definition/synonym Example Political landscape Political scenery Political landscape has changed in the last few years. Ensure Make certain I will ensure that your needs are covered. Tax revenue Duty / Income Governments often have difficulty ensuring that spending does not exceed tax revenue. Incumbent Person at the power at time of election The incumbent wins in most elections. Neglected To pay no attention or too little attention to Economic prosperity has been neglected by current government leaders Outlying area Outside the city , no central area I traveled an hour to my aunt's house in the outlying area of Chicago.