AoC
This document gives the rules for establishing and running a government
What is a constitution
The name of the meeting to write a new constitution
The Constitutional Convention
What is the MAJOR difference between the Democratic and Republican parties?
The level of government involvement
What is the main role of media in politics?
To act as a WATCHDOG and report on actions of public officials
What kind of legislature does the U.S. Congress have?
Bicameral
This document was the first constitution of the United States
Articles of Confederation
This constitutional principle means the people have the power
Popular Sovereignty
Name TWO things you should consider when evaluating a presidential candidate
Platform, experience, education, debates, voting record
What is propaganda in advertising?
Advertisements used to harm or help a political candidate/party
Which group elects the President/Vice President?
Electoral College
This system of government forms a "friendship" between independent states
Confederation
This group feared a strong national government would abuse the people's natural rights
Anti Federalists
This group believes laws should be changed as society changes
Liberals
Why are interest groups able to impact public policies?
They have strength in numbers
What are the THREE levels of federal courts?
District, Appeals and Supreme Court
This uprising of Massachusetts farmers proved that the Articles of Confederation were too weak
Shays Rebellion
How does the Constitution limit the power of government?
Separation of Powers and Checks and Balances
This group believes that changes in society does not require changes in laws
Conservatives
What do political candidates use to get around campaign financing rules?
Political Action Committees (PACs)
These powers are specifically stated in the Constitution
Enumerated powers
Could not tax
What are the THREE sections of the Constitution?
Preamble, Articles and Amendments
Elections held by political parties to narrow the field to one candidate
Primary
Which party is the most conservative on the political spectrum?
Libertarians
Which articles establishes the Legislative, Executive and Judicial branches?
I, II and III