Part 4 Clinton, Bush and Obama (1993-2010)

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What effect do third parties have on elections?

Back

Third party candidates often pull votes away from a candidate, resulting in victory for the opposition party

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Globalization

Back

the world has become interconnected (economically, socially, culturally, and politically) due to advances in communications and transportation technologies

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Define the following element of the 2000 election: Recount

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The Democrat party asked that the ballots be recounted due to confusing ballots

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Patriot Act (in regards to the attacks on September 11, 2001)

Back

Allowed the government to investigate supposed terrorists

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Department of Homeland Security

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Established to address potential threats, both present and future

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What was the historical significance of the 2008 election?

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Barack Obama was the first African American to be elected to the presidency

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What role was held by Hillary Clinton during Barack Obama’s first term?

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Secretary of State

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Explain the significance of Sonya Sotomayor.

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She was the first Hispanic to serve on the Supreme Court.

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What is the impact of 3rd parties in U.S. elections?

Back

They take votes away from major party candidates.

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Domestic Terrorism/Violence in 1990s: Name one example of domestic terrorism or violence that increased in the 1990s.

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Oklahoma City Bombing, Unabomber, Columbine Shooting