Dates
August 29, 1786
Who Wrote Federalists 71.
Alexander Hamilton
What was federalists 70. About?
Alexander Hamilton argues for a strong executive leader, as provided for by the Constitution, as opposed to the weak executive under the Articles of Confederation. He asserts, “energy in the executive is the leading character in the definition of good government.
Limited government?
is one whose legalized force and power is restricted through delegated and enumerated authorities.
Why did shays rebellion happen?
War veteran Daniel Shays led an armed rebellion in Springfield, Massachusetts to protest what he perceived as the unjust economic policies and political corruption of the Massachusetts state legislature.
When was the constitution signed?
Sept. 17 1787
Who was Known as the father of constitution?
James Madison
What was the constitution?
Constitution of the United States established America's national government and fundamental laws, and guaranteed certain basic rights for its citizens.
Enumerated Powers?
of the United States Congress are the powers granted to the federal government of the United States.
Why was the constitution written?
as drafted by the Convention was to create a government with enough power to act on a national level, but without so much power that fundamental rights would be at risk
When was the legislative Branch created?
1781
What are the names of the 3 branches of government?
Executive, legislation, judicial.
What are the 3 branches and what do they do?
Legislative—Makes laws (Congress, comprised of the House of Representatives and Senate) Executive—Carries out laws (president, vice president, Cabinet, most federal agencies) Judicial—Evaluates laws (Supreme Court and other courts)
Faction?
a small organized dissenting group within a larger one, especially in politics.
Why was the 3 branches of government created?
To ensure a separation of powers, the U.S. Federal Government is made up of three branches: legislative, executive and judicial. To ensure the government is effective and citizens' rights are protected, each branch has its own powers and responsibilities, including working with the other branches.
When was Thomas Jefferson born?
April 13, 1743
Who was a anti-federalists?
Thomas Jefferson
What were the anti-federalists?
opposed the ratification of the 1787 U.S. Constitution because they feared that the new national government would be too powerful and thus threaten individual liberties, given the absence of a bill of rights
Federalism?
the federal principle or system of government.
Why was Thomas Jefferson a anti-federalists?
Thomas Jefferson feared that a concentration of central authority might lead to a loss of individual and states rights.
when did Nancy Pelosi become speaker of the house?
January 3, 2019
What is the the name of the person that is the speaker of the house?
Nancy Pelosi
What does the speaker of the house do?
is responsible for administering the oath of office to the Members of the U.S. House of Representatives, giving Members permission to speak on the House floor, designating Members to serve as Speaker pro tempore, counting and declaring all votes, appointing Members to committees, sending bills
logrolling?
the exchanging of assistance or favors specifically : the trading of votes by legislators to secure favorable action on projects of interest to each one.
Why do we have a speaker of the house
ensuring that the House passes legislation supported by the majority party. In pursuing this goal, the speaker may use their power to determine when each bill reaches the floor.