Amendments
This amendment protects the freedoms of speech, religion, press, assembly, and the right to petition the government.
1st Amendment
A system of government rooted in Ancient Greek philosophy, centered on the idea that power is held by the people, who in tur make decisions out of their best interests.
Democracy
This position is the head of the executive branch, responsible for enforcing federal laws, leading the nation’s foreign and domestic policy, and serves as Commander in Chief of the armed forces.
President
In this system, citizens elect officials to create and uphold laws and policies for them.
Representative Democracy
Name one of Mr. B's Hobbies
Reading, Cooking, Video Games, Spending time with family, Going to Concerts
This amendment abolished slavery and involuntary servitude in the United States, except as punishment for a crime. It legally ended the institution of slavery after the Civil War.
13th Amendment
An economic & political system based on free market ideas (all people can buy, sell, and own things freely. Likewise, businesses are usually owned by individuals or corporations, rather than the government.
Capitalism
This position is the next in line to the presidency, becoming president if needed. They also lead the senate and breaks tie votes when needed. Above all, they serve as a direct advisor to the president.
Vice President
A form of government where absolute political power lies with one person or a small group of people.
Dictatorship
How many siblings does Mr. B have?
1 Brother
This amendment guarantees that the right to vote cannot be denied based on race, color, or previous condition of servitude.
15th Amendment
A far-right political ideology rooted in authoritarian and nationalistic ideas. Characterized by dictatorial power, forcible suppression of opposition, and control of industry and commerce.
Fascism
These people make up both state and federal congresses and serve as our representatives within the government.
Senator & State Representatives
This system, rooted in medieval Europe, features a lord who owns and protects all of the land within a territory, and allows their citizens, or vassals, to live there in return military services and taxes.
Feudalism
What are Mr. Backus' favorite sports teams?
Chicago Bears, Detroit Pistons, and Detroit Tigers
This amendment prohibited the manufacture, sale, and transportation of alcoholic beverages in the United States. It launched the era of Prohibition but was repealed by the 21st Amendment 13 years later.
18th Amendment
An economic & political system in which the community or state owns and controls the means of production, with the goal of equally distributing wealth and resources throughout the population.
Socialism
This position serves as the chief advisor on foreign affairs and is the top diplomat for the country. They are also fourth in line to the presidency.
Secretary of State
In this system, power is shared amongst a small group of the population, usually the wealthiest and strongest, who make all decisions for the entire population.
Oligarchy
Mr. B's favorite food?
Tacos
This amendment limits the President of the United States to two elected terms in office, or a maximum of ten years if they assumed the presidency from a succession. It was passed after Franklin D. Roosevelt was elected to four terms.
22nd Amendment
An economic & political system where the state owns the means of production. Ideally, this in turn would lead to a classless society with no private property and equally shared resources for all.
Communism
This person serves as the chief legal officer of a state or of the federal government.
Attorney General
In this system, power is shared between a King/Queen, or Emperor/Empress, and a organized ruling body.
Constitutional Monarchy
Mr. B's Birthday
November 13th