State vs National
What is the political strategy of dividing power between State and National Government?
Federalism. (EQ:1.5)
When was death penalty abolished in the U.S.?
The death penalty has not been fully abolished across the entire United States.
Death Penalty Information Center (DPIC) — A widely respected nonprofit that tracks death penalty laws and statistics:
Website: deathpenaltyinfo.org
What party wants reduced government spending?
True or False:
Democrats tend to increase taxes on the poor
False
which party generally supports party regulations on business to protect costumers and the environment?
Democrats
Does the State or National Government run prisons and courts?
The State Government. (EQ:1.7)
Which party tends to emphasize criminal justice reform, including reducing the use of the death penalty?
Democrats Death Penalty Information Center. “Michigan.” Death Penalty Information Center, deathpenaltyinfo.org/state-and-federal-info/state-by-state/michigan. Accessed 22 Sept. 2025.
Which party wants to make healthcare more affordable?
Democrats (EQ#2.4)
For Republicans, Fewer Regulations (Laws) Lead to what?
Fewer Taxes (notes)
Which party is more likely to advocate for deregulation and to promote business growth and free markets?
Republicans notes
What is the "power of the purse" exactly?
The Congress ability to collect and spend money. (EQ:1.6)
Which party is more likely to raise concerns about wrongful convictions and advocate for moratoriums on the death penalty?
Democrats Oyez. “Furman v. Georgia.” Oyez, www.oyez.org/cases/1971/69-5033. Accessed 22 Sept. 2025.
Which party promotes free markets?
Which party often ties tax increases to funding healthcare and education programs?
Democrats
Which party has historically favored free Trade agreements to open markets for American business?
Both parties but more Republicans notes
Which amendment reserves power to the states?
The 10th amendment. (EQ:1.5)
True or False: Some Republican governors have signed bills to abolish or place moratoriums on the death penalty in their states.
TrueDeath Penalty Information Center. “Methods of Execution.” Death Penalty Information Center, deathpenaltyinfo.org/executions/methods-execution. Accessed 22 Sept. 2025.
Which party has a focus on domestic production?
Which party often opposes the estate tax, calling it the “death tax”?
Republicans
Which parties tend to support expanding workers protections, such as paid family leave and stronger labor unions?
Democrats notes
If a Democratic dominant state refuses to abide by Republican national order, what will likely occur?
Federal funding for the state may be reduced.(EQ:1.6)
Name one state that has abolished the death penalty since 2000.
Illinois (2011), New Jersey (2007), or Virginia (2021)Death Penalty Information Center. “States With No Death Penalty.” Death Penalty Information Center, deathpenaltyinfo.org/state-and-federal-info/state-by-state. Accessed 22 Sept. 2025.
Which party wants to increase the federal minimum wage?
Which party has supported tax incentives for specific industries, such as energy or manufacturing, to encourage growth?
Both
Democrats generally prioritize consumer protection laws and corporate accountability more than republicans?
Truenotes