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One to whom parties appeal? (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

voter

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'one' is the definition.
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(Other definitions for voter that I've seen before include "Member of electorate" , "Cross writer" , "supporter of politician" , "One exercising the ballot" , "Constituent" .)

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