Why do many Americans not vote?

They think their vote doesn't count

What is an executive order?

A direct order made by the President

How can a president be removed from office?

Impeachment by the House of Representatives and conviction by the Senate.

Why do citizens often criticize congress?

Citizens criticize Congress for inefficiency and partisanship.

What is a filibuster?

A filibuster is a tactic used to delay or block legislative action.

What are the different ways a President can veto a bill?

A President can veto a bill through a regular veto or a pocket veto.

What is a Swing State?

State that can easily go either way in an election.

What was the purpose of Jim Crow Law?

To keep African Americans from voting.

Why wouldn't a direct democracy work in the United States?

A direct democracy wouldn't work in the U.S. due to its size, complexity, and logistical challenges.

Priming is a process in which media attends to some issues and not others.

What sets Single issue interest groups apart from others?

They focus on one specific issue.

What does political polarization mean?

Ideological divide between different political groups.

What is a Spoiler in the context of elections?

A candidate that affects the outcome of an election by drawing votes away from a major candidate.

What is the main goal of political parties?

Gain control of government and win elections

If the president is no longer capable of continuing in office, who are the next 2 people in line to fill the position?

Vice President, Speaker of the House

Framing is the way information is presented to influence perception and interpretation.

Article 3 establishes the:

Supreme Court and Federal Court system

What does Article 4 establish?

Article 4 establishes the relationship between Federal government and States.

Outlines amending the Constitution

What does Article 6 establish?

Establishes the Constitution as the supreme law of the land

Outlines ratifying the Constitution

No unreasonable search and seizure

The 5th Amendment protects against self-incrimination and ensures due process.

The 6th Amendment guarantees the right to a speedy and fair trial.

guarantees the right to a jury trial in civil cases.

The 8th Amendment prohibits excessive bail, excessive fines, and cruel and unusual punishments.

The 9th Amendment protects rights that aren't in the constitution.

reserves powers to the states and the people.

The 13th Amendment abolished slavery.

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Article 1

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Establishes Congress

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1st Amendment

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The 1st Amendment protects freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition.

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What is the main goal of interest groups?

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Influence government policies and decisions on specific issues

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Which type of lobbying involves getting average citizens to contact government?

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Grassroots lobbying

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What was the first political party?

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Federalist Party

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Who was the last 3rd party candidate to participate in a presidential debate?

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Ross Perot

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Which demographic groups are most likely to vote? Options: Young adults with low education levels, Individuals with low income, Unregistered voters, Older, rich, white women

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Older, rich, white women

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