👉 Overswinging is a political term in the United States that refers to a significant shift or change in policy direction, often due to public opinion or events such as a major election. It can be used to describe a sudden and dramatic shift in a government's policies or priorities, often leading to a fundamental change in governance or leadership. In this context, an "overswinging" could refer to the movement from a conservative stance to a more liberal or progressive position on a particular issue, such