Political Science Flashcards

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Why might a candidate do well in a primary election, but not in a general election?

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A candidate might do well in a primary election because they are only being voted for by their party, unlike in a general election where all parties vote.

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Why do incumbents win reelection at such high numbers?

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Incumbents tend to win because they enjoy significant advantages over their challengers, such as perks of office and large campaign bank accounts.

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What are some consequences of low voter turnout in primaries?

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It creates an imbalance between unrepresented groups and large groups.

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What is the greatest influence on voters when voting for the president?

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Public opinion polls.

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What did the 15th Amendment do?

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The 15th Amendment gave the rights for ALL MEN to vote.

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What did the 17th Amendment do?

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The 17th Amendment gave the direct election of senators by the popular vote/people.

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What did the 19th Amendment do?

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The 19th Amendment gave the rights for WOMEN to vote.

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What did the 24th Amendment do?

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The 24th Amendment banned poll taxing.

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What did the 26th Amendment do?

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The 26th Amendment lowered the voting age from 21 to 18.

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What is the number one influence of voters in all elections?

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Party.