unit 1
What does federation means?
A political system which is characterized by a union of partially self-governing states and a central (federal) government.
Whe did THE CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTION
May 1787
New Jersey Plan
Proposed by the Delegates from several smaller states
Counterproposal to the Virginia Plan
Called for keeping two major points from the Articles of Confederation
Three example of Political Process
Fundraising
Registering others to Vote
Serving as Poll Watchers (Making sure all election laws are followed)
Two three facts about the Virginia plan and New Jersey plan
Virginia plan - Favored by large state, two houses of Congress, representation based on population
New Jersey plan - Favored by small states, one house of Congress, each state would have equal representation
whats three definition of Liberal Democracy?
It is characterised by fair, free, and competitive elections between multiple distinct political parties, a separation of powers, the rule of law, and the protection of human rights.To define the system in practice, liberal democracies often draw upon a constitution and enshrine the social contract.
A liberal democracy may take various constitutional forms: it may be a republic, constitutional monarchy, presidential system, or parliamentary system.
A form of government in which representative democracy operates under the principles of liberalism.
one idea of Constitutional Monarchy
The Monarch is generally seen as the head of state with no real power to control the society.
First Attempt The Articles of Confederation
november 15,1777
What are some Dispensing Patronag?
Patronage: Favors given as a reward to loyal party members
Political Parties give jobs, contracts, and appointments to government positions as Patronage.
What THE CONGRESSMEN AND THE PEOPLE?
Citizens, State Legislatures, Lobbyists, Interest Groups, or the Executive Branch
What makes a Representative Democracy?
Where the people or citizens of a country elect representatives to create and implement public policy in place of active participation by the people.
What are Three-Fifths Compromise
Many delegates were opposed to slavery but it was clear that the Southern States would not accept the Constitution if it interfered with the institution
In the end the delegates left the issue alone for future generations to resolve
The most profound disagreement came from how to count enslaved persons in matters of taxation and representation.
What are More Popular Sovereignty?
Relating to the General Public (People)
Sovereignty: The supreme and absolute authority within territorial boundaries.
two COMMITTEES
Depending on the subject of the bill
Many committees & subcommittees
what does Operating the Government stand for?
By pushing their candidates through elections Parties operate the government by staffing positions in the Legislative and Executive branches.
Different of three types of word origin and use the words in a sentence
greek
oligarkhia= government by the few
oligoi= few , small , little
The ruling oligarchy of military men around the president keep him safe
Checks and Balances
Congress makes law, but the President can veto (reject) that law.
Congress can overrule a veto with a ⅔ (majority vote), but the Supreme Court can declare the law unconstitutional.
THE STALLING OR DEATH OF BILLS?
Disapproved upon introduction
Within Committee
ELECTING CANDIDATES
Parties select the most fit person for the office
Requires raising money
What's the Multi-Party System?
Most Common System found today
A system in which Multiple meaning Many political parties exist in the government.
In these countries voters have a wide range of candidates to choose from during elections.
sepreation of power?
legislative branch makes laws
exective branch enforced laws
judicial branch interprets laws
The English Bill of Rights
monarchs do not have absolute authority and parliament's consent to suspend law, levy taxes, or maintain an army
Must be passed in both houses (House & Senate)
Identical Form (No changes)
What are two Party System?
A system in which Two Major Political Parties Compete for Power (minor parties exist, but rarely rise)
What's the one Party System?
The party leaders run the government and set all policies for the nation
Formed when parties or the military take power by force
Exs: Cuba, Vietnam, North Korea, and China (all are one party Communist governments) Russia (United Russia Party)