canvassers

Definition

People who solicit votes, subscriptions, or support for a cause, political candidate, or project by contacting individuals directly.

Etymology

Originating from the Middle English word 'canvas', which meant a type of hemp cloth used for filtering or sifting, the term evolved to mean 'to sift through' (examine closely) and eventually 'to solicit' by going door-to-door.

In the news

In the article, the term refers to individuals hired by Project Jupiter developers to proactively campaign for public support through mailers, advertisements, and direct outreach.

Protesters 'shame' New Mexico public officials over data center

Santa Fe New Mexican

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