Unit 1
what is a/an unitary system
All key powers in one central government
To be eligible to run for president you need to be...
35 years old, A natural Citizen (born in the US), and a resident of the US for a minimum of 14 years in a row.
what is pigeonholing
die by being ignored
Name one of the protected speech
Pure and/or symbolic
How many electoral votes do you at least need to be considered the winner.
270 out of 538
Name 2 out of the 6 basic functions within every government
Providing leadership, maintaining order, providing public services, providing national security and providing economic security and assistance
What cant a state have
what does PAC stand for
Political Action Committees
What are 2 out of the 5 fundamental rights
freedom of religion,
freedom of speech,
freedom of the press,
freedom of Assembly,
freedom of petition.
name 2 ways to get involved in your community
Voting on all Levels, Participating in town halls, Signing or crafting Petitions, Taking part in Protests, Starting, supporting, or working within Campaigns. Volunteering for community projects or local causes, etc...
what is the origin of Republic
Rome
Name a Congressional restriction
The privilege of the writ of habeas corpus shall not be suspended, unless when in cases of rebellion or invasion the public safety may require it.
No bill of attainder or ex post facto Law shall be passed.
No capitation, or other direct, tax shall be laid, unless in proportion to the census or enumeration herein before directed to be taken.
Where is the filibuster only located
In the Senate
Civil Liberties: Protection from arbitrary government action ; used the bill of rights
Civil Right: Equal protection under the law ; used the 14th amendment
What amendment is the right to bear arms
The Second Amendment
what is the origin of democracy
Athens
How long do the Senators serve
They serve for 6 years
what is the max donation amount
up to 5,000 dollars
What amendment does the Dred Scott V. Standford case affect
The 14th amendment
What does SCOTUS
Supreme, Court, Of, The, United, States.
what is Mr. Harris favorite word that starts with "S"
Sovereignty
What does the Vice President become President of
Once you develop a bill what is the first thing you have to do.
Get a sponsor
What is the difference between birthright citizenship and naturalization citizenship.
Birthright: All people born within the US & its territories, embassies, and bases
Naturalization: Legal process set by Congress
Mr. Harris favorite
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