Understanding the 23rd Amendment

The video explores the 23rd Amendment, which grants Washington DC electoral votes in presidential elections. It discusses the historical context, ratification process, and opposition, particularly from the Deep South due to racial implications. The amendment provides DC with three electoral votes but no full congressional representation. The video also covers subsequent legislative efforts to increase DC's representation and the political impact of DC's voting patterns.

What is the primary focus of the 23rd Amendment?

• Granting voting rights to women

• Providing electoral votes to Washington DC

• Abolishing slavery

• Establishing income tax

Which article of the Constitution is referenced in the discussion of the 23rd Amendment?

• Article 4

• Article 1

• Article 3

• Article 2

What was the role of the Citizens Joint Committee in the context of the 23rd Amendment?

• A group opposing the amendment

• A lobby group supporting voting rights for DC

• A committee drafting the amendment

• A judicial body reviewing the amendment

Which state was the 38th to ratify the 23rd Amendment, making it part of the Constitution?

• Texas

• Kansas

• California

• New York

How many electoral votes does Washington DC receive according to the 23rd Amendment?

• Four

• Five

• Three

• Two

What was a significant reason for some southern states not ratifying the 23rd Amendment?

• Environmental issues

• Economic concerns

• Racial implications

• Religious differences

What was the purpose of the DC Home Rule Act passed in 1973?

• To abolish the 23rd Amendment

• To increase the number of electoral votes for DC

• To provide local governance to Washington DC

• To grant statehood to Washington DC

Which political party is most likely to benefit from Washington DC's electoral votes?

• Republican Party

• Libertarian Party

• Green Party

• Democratic Party

What was the outcome of the DC Voting Rights Amendment proposed in 1978?

• It was vetoed by the President

• It did not gain enough support to pass

• It was rejected by Congress

• It was ratified successfully

What is the current status of Washington DC's representation in Congress?

• Limited representation with electoral votes but no Senators

• Representation only in the Senate

• Full representation with Senators and House members

• No representation at all