party politics

noun

(usually used with a singular verb)

1. politics based on strict adherence to the policies and principles of a political party regardless of the public interest; partisan loyalism.

party politics

plural noun

1. politics conducted through, by, or for parties, as opposed to other interests or the public good

Word History and Origins

Origin of party politics¹

First recorded in 1765–75

Example Sentences

Dodds said she was glad to see progress with the bill: "Ultimately, this was always about putting dogs' safety and wellbeing before party politics."

From BBC

As Mr Tryl puts it, "In the age of very fragmented multi party politics, small vote shares can deliver outsized results".

From BBC

Asked whether he had any other political ambitions after his mayoral term has ended, he replied: "I have no interest to be an MP. I have no interest to level myself up through party politics."

From BBC

And when they say that, they know what people will hear, and what people will hear is Black Democrats because particularly in Washington, race and party politics are so closely intertwined.

From Salon

Hogg’s critics point to a number of losses like these for candidates backed by his group, Leaders We Deserve, to argue that the the activist and the candidates he backs are too green, or too soft, to actually accomplish the organization’s goal of reimagining Democratic Party politics as a place where young progressives can thrive.

From Slate