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