Definitions
The ability of people, or groups, to gain access to government and use its power to influence society.
Kevin and Pam walk through New York City to protest.
Activism
The law that ended legally-enforced segregation
Brown vs. Board of Education
What percent did Ronald Reagen defeat Walter Mondale in the popular vote?
18%
Who was the second president of the United States?
John Adams
Citizens can vote for elected officials to make laws/policies for them.
Representative Democracy
John has to pay in order to vote.
Poll Tax
The law enforced the removal of discrimination against Black voters.
Voting Rights Act of 1965
What percent of Florida's adult population will be able to vote again after restoring voting rights to felons?
10%
What animal represents the Republican Party?
Elephants
System of beliefs/values
Idealogies
Janice is part of a group that fights against gender discrimination in politics.
Feminism
What percent of money do the governments of industrialized countries claim from their citizens each year?
40%
What color is the Democratic party?
Blue
Localized social movements that influence local change.
Mark spends a lot of his time researching a cause that he is able to vote on. His friend Jake, on the other hand, has no interest.
Salience
The law that made abortion available in all 50 states.
Roe vs. Wade
What percent of Americans believe vaccines aren't necessary for small children?
5-10%
Who is the king of the UK?
King Charles III
What do activists believe?
They have to use another form of influence to let their opinions be heard by the state.
Sons of Liberty and Boston Tea Party
Revolutionary Movements
Grandfather Clause
Around how many votes did George W. Bush win Florida by?
537
What percent of the U.S. voted in 2020?
66%