Constitution
This concept highlights an agreement between rulers and citizens that both sides are obligated to honor.
the social contract theory
This political system concentrates all policymaking powers in one central body
a unitary system
One of the many reasons Americans decide not to vote is they believe their voice doesn’t matter. In other words, they lack...
political efficacy
The most accurate form of assessing public opinion
scientific poll
This type of minor party is usually longer lasting and contains a comprehensive set of beliefs
an ideological party
This term describes the media’s primary role in elections, which is keeping track of who is ahead in the polls rather than focusing on the issues.
scorekeeper/horserace journalism
Congressional members who usually vote along party lines align with this view
the partisan or organizational view
The three constitutional qualifications of the president
35 years old, resident for 14 years, and natural born citizen
This amendment changed the method of election for Senators to popular election by the people
This case upheld a student’s reasonable right to free speech. In this case, wearing an armband in protest.
Tinker v Des Moines
There is currently a campaign to rename Birmingham airport in the UK to this legendary front man.
Ozzy Osbourne
(Diamond Bar Lore) Back in the day this rental store was located where the current massage envy is located on Grand Avenue.
Hollywood Video
This theory argues that in a diverse society, there are too many competing interests to allow any one group of elites to rule.
the pluralist theory
This form of federalism blurs the line between what is considered the federal vs. state domain
cooperative federalism
While Americans value equality in most areas, this is the exception.
economic equality
This is the media’s key role regarding the policy making process
agenda setting/gatekeeper
Two key differences between political parties and interest groups
wide vs. narrow scope of issues, only parties nominate candidates
These are two activities that occur at national conventions
solidifying the party platform, officially nominating Presidential and VP candidates, unifying the party
Two unique powers specific to the House of Representatives
charging impeachment, creating tax bills, deciding the president in the case no candidate receives 270 electoral votes
This is often the byproduct of divided government, as different parties find it difficult to compromise
gridlock
This body holds the power of “advice and consent.”
the Senate
This number of Supreme Court Justices must agree to hear a case
4
What element, with the symbol Fe, is the primary component of steel and is a common dietary mineral?
Iron
This artist has collaborated with Travis Scott, Luke Combs and Ozzy Osbourne
Post Malone
The basic principle that the power to govern belongs to the people and that government must be based on the consent of the governed.
popular sovereignty
This type of federal grant is specific and usually comes with strings attached
DAILY DOUBLE!!
a categorical grant
This is the number one source of political socialization
family
This is the most accurate type of sample, as it ensures everyone in the population has an equal chance of being selected.
a random sample
Interest groups such as the ACLU and the NAACP use this common tactic to make lasting change.
litigation
While caucuses and primaries select delegates to vote at the convention, these party officials are undecided and strengthen the power of party leadership
superdelegates
These individuals assist the party leaders in both the House and Senate and ensure members show up to vote
party whips
The OMB, CEA, and NSC are all parts of this section of the bureaucracy
the Executive Office of the President (EOP)
The Fed, the FCC, and the SEC all fall under this type of agency heading
DAILY DOUBLE!!
Independent Regulatory Commissions
This concept states that the Supreme Court (along with all other courts) must follow their own precedents
stare decisis
This metal is toxic and liquid at room temperature.
Mercury
Kourtney Kardashian maried the drummer from what pop-punk band.
Blink-182
These are two weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation that the Constitution attempted to fix.
no power to tax or raise an army, no standard currency, all 13 had to agree to amend, 9 to pass laws, etc.
Extradition is an example of a policy covered under this Constitutional clause
the Full Faith and Credit Clause
This amendment expanded suffrage by giving women the right to vote
The 19th amendment
Most Americans get their info from these several second segments, as opposed to watching lengthy coverage
sound bites
These are two reasons we continue to have a two party system in America
single member districts, the winner-take-all system, plurality system, most can identify with one or the other
This Supreme Court case essentially established Super PACs by declaring corporate campaign spending a form of free speech
Citizens United v. FEC
Some members are known for this form of wasteful spending, designed specifically to benefit their district.
pork barrel spending
This amendment set forth the guidelines for presidential succession and disability
the 25th amendment
Committee chairs come from the majority party and are usually chosen on this basis
seniority
This case first stated that school sponsored prayer was unconstitutional
Engle v. Vitale
This legendary band's front man is also a trained airplane pilot and professional beer brewer.
Iron Maiden
Name all national parks in California
Pinnacles, Redwood, Death Valley, Joshua Tree, Channel Islands, Sequoia/King's Canyon, Yosemite, Lassen.
This Federalist Paper made the argument that a large republic was best suited to handle the effects of factions
Federalist #10
McCulloch v. Maryland reaffirmed both of these Constitutional clauses
the Supremacy and Necessary and Proper Clauses
Besides voting (which is the number one form of political participation), these are two other examples
working on campaigns, running for office, campaign contributions, grass roots involvement, joining interest groups, etc
The FCC sets rules regarding mass media, including this one, which requires a station to sell the same amount of air time to all candidates
the equal time rule
Government officials often quit their jobs to take positions as lobbyists, drawing a lot of scrutiny. The practice is known by this term.
the revolving door?
This case ruled that candidates can spend as much of their own money as they want on their own campaigns
Buckley v. Valeo
This case set forth “one person, one vote,” effectively ruling malapportionment unconstitutional
Wesberry v. Sanders
These are two reasons why independent regulatory commissions/agencies are given independence from the rest of the government
freedom from partisan pressures, the ability to make more efficient decisions, the fact that they are experts in their field, etc.
These are the two clauses of the 14th amendment that have been used to selectively incorporate the Bill of Rights
the equal protection and due process clauses
The Court has applied this standard when making any classification based on race
strict scrutiny
This Bring Me The Horizon album features songs like "Pray for Plagues"
Count Your Blessings
This is the only species of wild monkey in Europe
Barbary macaque