What is another word for ward-heeler?

Pronunciation: [wˈɔːdhˈiːlə] (IPA)

A ward-heeler is a political operative who operates at the local or neighborhood level, working to recruit voters and promote the agenda of the political party or faction they represent. Synonyms for ward-heeler include political boss, machine politician, precinct captain, and fixer. These terms all refer to individuals who use their influence and connections in a given community to advance their own political interests, often through illicit or unethical means. While ward-heelers can sometimes help to galvanize communities and promote important causes, they can also be problematic if they engage in voter suppression, fraud, or other illegal activities to get ahead.

What are the hypernyms for Ward-heeler?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    partisan, political activist, political worker, party worker, political operative, votegetter, political campaigner, political organizer.

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