US Federal Constitution
What is Article V (5) of the Constitution?
The amendment process.
What is it called when the party of the president and majority in congress are different?
Divided Government.
Why did the founding fathers create the Electoral College?
They believed that the general American public were not informed enough to directly elect the president.
When was our state admitted to the union?
1818.
The Anti-Federalists were appeased with the addition of what to the constitution?
The Bill of Rights.
What are our three biggest third parties in the US?
Green, Constitution, and Libertarian parties.
How many electoral votes are necessary to win the presidency?
270.
How many constitutions have we had and why have we had as many constitutions as we have had?
4. Corruption.
What are the 5 essential freedoms granted by the first amendment?
Freedom of speech, press, religion, assembly, and petition.
Where/Who can we trace the origins of our MODERN Democratic Party?
FDR.
In what kind of Primary can I vote for any candidate regardless of my political affiliation?
Open Primary.
What is Article I (1) of the IL state constitution?
Bill of Rights.
How did the War Powers Resolution of 1973 limit presidential power?
Forced the president to give Congress a 48 Hours notice before sending troops with a 60 day timer.
What is a Splinter Party?
A political party that splits off of a already existing major party, often stealing votes.
Which supreme court case ruled that corporations counted as "individuals" when it came to campaign spending?
Citizens United v. FEC (2010).
How long do IL supreme court justices serve for?
10 year terms.
What was the 22nd amendment?
Created presidential term limits.
Who is the elected leader of the National Party Conventions.
The Committee Chair.
What was the first televised presidential debate?
JFK v. Nixon (1960).
How do we remove appellate and supreme court judges/justices in the state of IL?
Judicial Inquiry Board.