Unit 6 VOCAB: Executive Branch (HMS Civics)

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A person appointed to a federal position by the president (e.g., cabinet member, supreme court justice)

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political appointee

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Rewarding government jobs based on political support

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Civil service system

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Rule or command by the president with legal force

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executive order

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A declaration of forgiveness and freedom from the president.

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pardon

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Agreement among nations prohibiting trade with a target nation

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embargo

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Understanding or contract between the president and another country's leader

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executive agreement

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Delay of punishment until higher court review

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reprieve

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Agencies and employees of the executive branch

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federal bureaucracy

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Ability to keep the country safe from attack or harm

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national security

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Independent agency by Congress to set industry rules.

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Regulatory commission