electorate – n. the people who can vote in an election

condone – v. to forgive or approve of something

degree –n. an official document that is given to someone who has successfully completed studies at a university or college

host – n. a person who talks on a radio or television program

customers – n. someone who buys goods or services from a business

encouraging – adj. causing a hopeful feeling

panic – n. sudden, overpowering fright