Media
What branch of the government deals with mass media?
The fourth branch
Are people able to donate money to candidates campaigns?
Yes, they can take it off of their taxes
What is one purpose of interest groups ?
Bring lawsuits against the government
Make donations to candidates
Influence lawmakers(lobbying)
Advertise issues on social media
Contribute to campaign ads
What are the functions of political parties?
nominating candidates
Informing and activating supporters
bonding agent
governing
watchdog
Who is supposed to elect the president according to the constitution?
The electoral college
How many seconds are soundbites?
30 seconds
Hard money definition
Money given directly to candidates where limits and regulations apply
How many voters did the NAACP register?
Helped register 37500 voters
Bonding agent definition
Helps ensure a good performance of its candidate
When does the electoral voting occur?
The Monday following the second Wednesday in December
Horse race coverage definition
focus is on polling data and public perception
Soft money definition
Political donations given to the party that can avoid government regulations
What function deals with recruiting candidates?
Nominating functions
How many electoral votes must a candidate earn?
270 electoral votes
What amendment is the freedom of press in?
The first
PACS limit?
Limit $5,000 donation for election per candidate
How old do you have to be to join AARP?
50 plus
What are the most appointed positions based on?
based on partisanship-selection based only on party
Who is the tie breaker in elections?
The house of representatives
What are the sources of media?
Print media, broadcast media, internet
Between PACS and super PACS which can directly collect money from businesses and unions?
Super PACS
Where is the NRA most successful?
In court
Who do the Watchdogs criticize?
political parties in power
What are the three proposed reforms?
District plan, proportional plan, direct popular election