Media
What is sometimes referred to as the fourth branch of government due to their role of reporting to the public about government corruption.
The press.
How old do you have to be to vote?
18 years old
What is a rule that is enforced and has some penalty?
A law
What is action taken by the government to solve problems and achieve goals?
Public policy
What do we call the way the government deals with issues in the US?
Domestic policy
What do public interest groups primarily do?
protect peoples rights
Who is allowed to vote in the U.S.?
Only US citizens
This is the way the law treats people fairly
Due process
What do people need to be able to do when they disagree?
Compromise
What do we call the way the government deals with other countries?
Foreign policy
Interest groups hire these people to get laws written that favor their cause.
Lobbyists
When do we elect the president?
First Tuesday in November every four years.
If the defendant is found guilty then the sentence is assigned by_____
A judge
What is the production, distribution and consumption of goods called?
Economics
Who makes the rules for immigration and naturalization?
Congress
What is it called when interest groups use TV commercials,radio appearances, and publish articles?
Grassroots lobbying
Name five parts of the Republican Party Platform?
Republic Platform: small government, Lower taxes, protect businesses, fewer social programs like welfare, strong foreign policy/military.
Who has the "burden of proof" in a criminal trial?
The prosecution
Name 5 Ways a citizen can influence public policy?
Vote, write to congressperson, attend a public meeting, sign/ create a petition, run for office, attend a rally, protest
Four ways American Foreign Policy looks out for its own interests?
American looks out for it own interests abroad>
a. Protect US and its properties
b. Protect and promote US trade and world peace
c. Encourage Democracy and protect the environment.
d. Prevent armed conflict and genocide
What do lobbyists do?
Convince lawmakers to support laws that help their interest group
Name five parts of the Democratic party platform?
Democratic platform: Big government, Higher taxation, Protect workers/consumers, More social programs like welfare, Diplomatic Foreign Policy
Name four sources of American Law
Roman Law, the Church, The King, Parliament, English Common Law, popular traditions
What are nine possible steps to implement public policy?
1) Identify the problem
2) Conduct Research
3) Identify correct government agency to help
4) Develop public policy alternatives
5) Evaluate pros and cons of each plan
6) Consider multiple points of view
7) Choose a plan
8) Implement the plan
9) Evaluate for effectiveness
6 foreign policy tools that we use?
Foreign Policy Tools - Military force, Treaties, Diplomacy, Economics sanctions, Media international organizations