Public Opinion/Public Campaigns
What does mass media do, and why is it important?
Media is a key linkage institution between the people and policymakers. Brings political information to the public on a daily basis.
what is an Executive Order?
A directive from the President that has nearly the same power as a federal law.
Which historic document is the Bill of Rights a part of?
The Constitution.
What are Expressed Powers?
Powers granted to the national government which is specifically listed by the Constitution.
What is an Anti-Federalist?
An individual who opposed the ratification of the new Constitution.
What is the role of a Free Press in a Democracy?
Plays a critical role in ensuring that every American has constant access to important and trustworthy news.
How does Congress decide on an Executive Order?
Congress may pass a law going against an executive order. Courts may declare executive order unconstitutional.
Which amendment gives citizens the right to bear arms?
Second Amendment.
What is Federalism?
When power is divided among a central government and some form of local government.
What were the Anti-Federalists concerned with regarding the national government?
With the increased power the new national government will have.
What is the role of a free Press in a Democracy?
Serves as a "watchdog" over governments, sets the public agenda, and supports the free exchange of ideas, information, and opinions.
Why would a President use Executive Orders?
Who wrote the amendments that became the Bill of Rights?
James Madison.
Define Implied Powers
Powers not specifically listed by the Constitution, but are logical extensions of expressed powers.
What three things did the Anti-Federalists fear?
Higher taxes, standing army, a tyrannical executive, and a supreme court that could interfere with the states rights.
What is the Watchdog Function?
Watches the government and makes sure that the government is serving the publics interest and conveys their findings back to the people.
How ofter are Executive orders used?
they have been used all the way back to George Washington.
What is the Bill of Rights?
A document that insures the basic freedoms of the citizens of the United States, limits the powers and controls of the government, and protects the freedom of religion and speech.
Define Inherent Powers
Powers that have been given over time; historically acquired; recognized to naturally belonging to the government.
What did the Anti-federalists complain about?
The missing of "Bill of Rights".
The unique privilege and responsibility of every citizen to be engaged through voting, public offices, representation in Congress an many other ways.
What are uses of Executive orders?
Can reach all topics (military, immigration, health care, and desegregation), used more often when Congress and President are different political parties, and are numbered and must be published in the Federal Register.
How many amendments are in the Bill of Rights?
The First 10.
Define Reversed Powers
Belonging to the states because they are not delegated or prohibited by the Constitution.
What were the Anti-Federalist papers?
Arguments either opposing the constitutions ratification or insisting an adding additional amendments to protect civil liberties.