Philosophy
What was Thomas Hobbes views on human nature?
People were naturally born bad,
“life is solitary, poor, natsy, brutish, short”
What was the Declaration of Independence?
A declaration of independence from Great Britain which stated all the wrongdoings of the king, and the colonies separation.
Which amendment gave the president 2 terms max?
22nd amendment
What is the Rule of 4?
What is the total count of people in the two branches?
535
What were John Locke's views on human nature?
People were naturally born good,
exist in equality and freedom to do what they want
What are the Articles of Confederation?
The first government before the constitution. Gave more power to the states than federal gov.
Name 2 of the 8 chief roles of the president.
State/Executive/Admin/Diplomat/Commander in chief/Legislator/Party/Citizen
What does stare decisis translate to?
to stand by the decision
How often is the population census taken for reapportionment?
10 years
What were Thomas Hobbes' view on the social contract theory?
give up freedoms for government protection and security
Who is the "father of the constitution"?
James Madison
How many electoral college votes is needed to win the presidential election?
270
Who is the current chief justice?
John Roberts
Which branch is responsible for voting on impeachments of the president?
House of Reps
What were John Locke's views on the social contract theory?
volunteer to give up limited freedoms for increased protection of rights
What was the argument of Federalist 51?
Separation of powers/Checks and balances, made to give and protect the liberty of the people
What is the role of the Vice president in elections?
what is an Amicus Curiae brief?
someone who is not a party to a case, who assists a court by offering information, expertise, or insight that has a bearing on the issues in the case
What date do sessions start at the beginning of each year?
Jan 3rd
What was the Tabula Rasa and who's views was supported by it?
volunteer to give up limited freedoms for increased protection of rights
John Locke
What was the argument in Brutus 1?
Stated that giving the power to the central government would result in a tyrannical government and showed their concerns with the constitution.
name 4 of the 15 executive departments.
what is a writ of certiorari?
orders a lower court to deliver its record in a case so that the higher court may review it
What is the franking privilege?
Free postage to the officials currently in office going for reelection