Core Democratic Values
Love and loyal support of ones country
Patriotism
which level of government is closest to the community?
local level
who is head of the executive branch for the federal level?
President of the United States
We have the right to act, speak, and think the way we please
liberty
What system gives the branches of government a way to check each other;s use of power so one branch isn't more powerful than the others?
checks and balanes
having a duty to work together and improve our communities and country
common good
which level of government takes care of the state parks, and issues drivers licenses?
state level
Who belongs to the judicial branch of government?
judges
In Michigan, how do we get money to fix roads, run libraries, and pay public officials?
taxes
When Congress votes to cancel a Presidents veto, we call this an?
Override
Everyone must obey the laws of the country
rule of law
which level of government coins money and deals with other countries?
Federal level
which branch of government makes the laws?
legislative
what is the name of a plan before it becomes law?
a bill
true
treating people equally
equality
who is the leader of the state level of government?
governor
When the president does not sign a bill what is it called?
veto
What is a change to the Constitution or an addition called?
Amendment
the freedom to search for things that make us happy
pursuit of happiness
who is the leader of the local level of government?
mayor
What are the first 10 amendments to the Constitution called?
The Bill of Rights
If people don't like what their representative is doing, they can?
Vote them out of office.