Unit 4 Part 1
The most important source of a person’s political socialization is
Family
Political socialization is
how a person acquires their political beliefs
Explain Political Efficacy
A person's belief and action that they can change the government through participation
Explain Articles I, II, III
Article I- Making the Law
Article II- Enforcing the Law
Article III- Interpreting the Law
Explain Amendment 15
Gave all citizens the Right to Vote
What are two things Conservatives believe in Economically?
Fewer Market Regulations and lower taxes for the middle and higher income
What is Monetary policy? Who sets them?
Policy intended to control the money supply & interest rates. Federal Reserve
What is the difference between a primary and caucus?
Primary- people vote for their preferred candidate by secret ballot
Caucus- a meeting of party members to choose a party’s candidate for the general election
What is the difference between Open and Closed Primaries?
Open- allow voters to participate even if they are not a member of the party
Closed- Can only vote if you are registered to that party
Explain Amendment 19
Womens Right to Vote
What is a focus group?
Small groups of citizens (10-40 people) gathered to discuss issues or candidates
During the primaries, a polling company releases a new poll following the rise and fall of support for each of the candidates once a week. What type of poll is this?
Tracking Polls
What are the four functions of a political party?
1. Recruit/Nominate people to run for office
2. Inform Supporters
3. Watchdog
4. Govern at all levels
Explain Citizens United vs FEC
Created campaign Finance reform and stopped corruption in giving to campaigns.
Explain Amendment 24
Outlaws Poll Taxes
What is the difference between a benchmark poll and an exit poll?
Benchmark Poll- taken throughout the campaign to chart the rise and fall of candidate support
Exit Poll- taken as candidates leave the polling place
Explain Agenda Setting
through consistent coverage of a particular issue, the media can influence which issues are in the public consciousness
When political parties are watching each other for wrong doing.
Give an Example of a Linkage Institute
Political Parties, Interest Groups, Media
Explain Amendment 25
Presidential Succession
What is a stratified sample?
Population is divided into subgroups and weighted based on population demographics
What is the difference between Keynesian and Supply Side Economics
Keynesian- governments should increase spending during recessions
Supply Side- cutting taxes encourages businesses to grow and benefits the whole economy
What is the Motor Voter Act?
A 1993 act that requires states to permit people to register to vote when they apply for their driver’s license.
Explain the Hatch Act
Stops federal and local government employees from getting involved in politics
Explain Amendment 26
Anyone who is 18 years or older can vote