Elections
When do electors vote?
On the Monday following the second Wednesday in December.
What is mass media sometimes referred to as?
The 4th branch of the government because its role is to serve as the watchdog.
What is public financing?
Taxpayers can choose to donate extra money each year to government funded campaigns (11% do that)
What does the first amendment do?
Freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition
What was Olivia Rodrigo's first popular song?
Driver's License
How many electoral votes must a candidate win?
270
What are Sound Bites?
30 second sound clips used on TV to convey the message of an entire speech.
What is Hard Money?
Money given directly to candidates where limits and regulations apply.
What does the second amendment do?
Right to bear arms and can form a state militia.
Who did everyone hate after Olivia Rodrigo released SOUR?
Joshua basket.
What are the 3 major flaws with the electoral college?
Winner of popular vote is not guaranteed to win the election, Constitution doesn't force electors to vote the way of the popular vote, and if no candidate receives 270 votes, the House of Representatives makes the decision.
What is Horse-Race Coverage?
Focus is on polling data and public perception rather than candidate policies.
What is the limit on contribution for individual donations?
$1,000
What does the 3rd amendment state?
No quartering troops during peace time and not allowed during wartime either unless specifically stated by law.
Who was Olivia Rodrigo referring to when she mentioned the "blonde girl"?
Sabrina Carpenter
How many times in history have electors voted against what the popular vote has been in that state?
11
What is considered to be a key linkage institution between the people and policymakers?
Media.
What does PACs stand for?
Political Action Committee
What does the 4th amendment do?
Freedom from illegal searches and seizures
What was Sabrina Carpenter's response song to Olivia Rodrigo?
Skin.
How many votes does each state get?
1
What are some sources of media?
Print media, Broadcast media, and the Internet (New Media)
Are PACs hard money or soft money?
Hard Money
What does the 5th amendment do?
Right of Due Process of Law, freedom from self incrimination, and freedom from double jeopardy.
Who's side was valid? Olivia or Joshua
Olivia's.