Civics Vocabulary

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allegiance

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the loyalty of a citizen to his or her government

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bill

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a proposal for a new law

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branch

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a part that has a role within a larger organization

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citizenship

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having the official status of being a member of a community, state, or country

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committee

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a group appointed for a specific function

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debate

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a discussion involving people or groups with opposing points of view

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exempt

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free from an obligation imposed on others

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immigrant

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a person who moves from one country to live in another country

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legislation

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a law, or a bill being considered for law by the legislature

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veto

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to stop or override an action