Civil Rights & Liberties
These two clauses included in the 14th amendment have extended the power of the federal government to protect marginalized groups.
Equal protection and Due process clause
The phrase used to describe how people develop their political beliefs and attitudes
Political Socialization
A problem with this document, that preceded the Constitution, was that it could not levy taxes or regulate commerce.
When congressional districts are drawn in such a way to favor one political party.
Gerrymandering
A primary election where any registered voter can participate in the election regardless of political affiliation.
Open primary
The Supreme Court case that overturned "separate but equal." Required all states to integrate schools.
Brown v. Board of Ed.
The political party that believes in reducing taxes, opposes extensive regulations on businesses, and has a tough stance on crime.
Republicans
The division of power across local, state, and national levels of government.
Federalism
The way of interpreting the Constitution that takes into account the evolving norms and attitudes of society.
Living constitution
This Supreme Court decision opened the door for unlimited funds flowing into elections through Super Pacs.
Citizens United v. FEC
Right to an attorney, protects against illegal search and seizure, no cruel and unusual punishment, right to a trial by jury, no self incrimination
The growing divide in the political beliefs and solutions to problems between the American people and political parties.
Political Polarization
This Supreme Court case ruled that states do not have the power to tax federal banks applying the necessary and proper clause.
McCulloch v. Maryland
The NRA, House Subcommittee on Intelligence & Counterterrorism, and the Agency on Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms all work together on creating and enforcing policy. This is known as...
Iron Triangle
Which political party currently benefits more from the electoral college?
Republicans
Explain MLK Jr.'s claim that the "white moderate" is more dangerous than an outright racist.
"White moderates are more devoted to order than justice."
"who prefers a negative peace which is the absence of tension to a positive peace which is the presence of justice"
Polling technique that strives to get a cross section of Americans to gauge widespread public opinion.
Random Sampling
"If men were angels there would be no need for government." Which foundational document does this come from and what key concept does it advocate for?
Fed. 51 and separation of powers/checks and balances
Name three Constitutional presidential powers.
Commander in Chief, Issue Pardons, Veto laws, Negotiate Treaties, Appoint Cabinet members and judges
What justification did the Supreme Court use in limiting free speech in the Schenck v. US case?
clear and present danger
When a political party appeals to a different group of Americans based on location, issues, etc. ex. Donald Trump won the rural white working class voter. Historically that group supported the Democratic candidates.
Realignment
Name the key term established after the Marbury v. Madison ruling that gives the Supreme Court the power to declare laws unconstitutional.
Judicial Review
Make a Venn Diagram. Give me 3 similarities and differences between the House and Senate
Spending bills must originate here, shorter terms, more members, limited debate, impeachment
Senate: confirm presidential appointments, ratify treaties, longer terms, unlimited debate (filibuster), can remove president from office, fewer members.
Similar: elected by the people, committee assignments, must divide time between Washington and home state, fundraising is key to keeping your job.
Name three Constitutional Amendments that have increased voter participation.
15, 17, 19, 26