Usage Note
Erstwähler are citizens casting their first vote, typically aged 16 (state elections in some Länder) or 18; parties invest in youth outreach to shape their long-term voting habits.
Examples
"Viele Erstwähler informieren sich über Social Media über politische Themen."
Natural Translation
Many first-time voters get political information via social media.
Literal Translation
Many first-time voters inform themselves about social media about political topics.
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- Abstimmungsverhalten voting behaviour (in a parliament or assembly)
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- Amtszeit term of office
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