Amendments
Protects against unreasonable searches and seizures
4th Amendment
This Anti-Federalist writing argues the Constitution lacks protections for individual liberties
(Fed., 10, 51, 70, 78, or Brutus 1)
Brutus 1
This case ruled that school segregation violates the Equal Protection Clause.
What is Brown v. Board of Education?
All revenue (tax) bills must begin in this part of Congress.
What is the House of Representatives?
The idea that each branch can limit the powers of the others
What is Checks and Balances?
Guarantees the right to remain silent and protects against self-incrimination
5th Amendment
This Federalist Paper argues that separation of powers and checks and balances will protect liberty.
(Fed., 10, 51, 70, 78, or Brutus 1)
Federalist 51
This case required police to inform suspects of their rights before questioning.
What is Miranda v. Arizona?
This leader in the House controls the legislative agenda and influences which bills are debated.
Who is the Speaker of the House?
A system where power is divided between national and state governments.
What is Federalism?
Guarantees "equal protection" under the law
14th Amendment
This Federalist Paper argues for a strong, energetic executive.
(Fed., 10, 51, 70, 78, or Brutus 1)
Federalist 70
This case established judicial review.
What is Marbury v. Madison?
The president appoints Supreme Court justices, but they must be approved by this body.
What is the Senate?
The principle that government derives its authority from the people.
What is Popular Sovereignty?
powers not delegated to the federal government, nor prohibited to the states, are reserved for the states or the people
10th amendment
This Federalist Paper explains how a large republic can control factions.
(Fed., 10, 51, 70, 78, or Brutus 1)
Federalist 10
This case established implied powers through the Necessary and Proper Clause.
What is McCulloch v. Maryland?
This Senate practice allows a minority to delay or block legislation by extending debate.
What is a Filibuster?
The process by which the Supreme Court applies the Bill of Rights to the states.
What is Incorporation?
Lowered the voting age to 18
26th Amendment
This Federalist Paper defends the role of the judiciary and judicial review.
(Fed., 10, 51, 70, 78, or Brutus 1)
Federalist 78
This case incorporated the Second Amendment to the states through the 14th Amendment.
What is McDonald v. Chicago?
This informal presidential power involves using the visibility of the office to shape public opinion and influence policy.
What is the Bully Pulpit?
Unlike original jurisdiction, this type of jurisdiction involves reviewing decisions made by lower courts. Most cases heard by the Supreme Court fall under this type of jurisdiction.
What is Appellate Jurisdiction?