Elections
define the electoral college
a body of people representing the states of the US, who formally cast votes for the election of the president and vice president.
what is mass media often referred to as?
the 4th branch of government.
What's public financing?
taxpayers can choose to donate extra money each year to government funded campaigns (11% do that).
What's the 1st amendment?
guarantees freedoms concerning religion, expression, assembly, and the right to petition.
What artist sings Baby?
Justin Bieber
What is the importance of the electoral college?
As prescribed in the U.S. Constitution, American presidents are elected not directly by the people, but by the people's electors. The Electoral College was created by the framers of the U.S. Constitution as an alternative to electing the president by popular vote or by Congress.
what are traits the media should portray but often don't?
being objective and not showing bias.
What are different private donation forms?
Individual donations, PACS, Hard money: money given directly to candidates where limits and regulations apply, Soft money: political donations given to the party that can avoid government regulations.
Which amendment abolished slavery?
the 13th amendment.
What artist sings One Man Band?
Old Dominion
when is the presidential election held?
November every 4 years.
What is a sound bite? (used in media)
30 second sound clips used on tv to convey the message of an entire speech.
Limit on individual donations?
$1,000
What two amendments are similar but variations of each other?
The 15th and 19th.
What artist sings Outcast?
NF
Which president was elected/ran more than 2 terms before the 22nd amendment?
Roosevelt.
define mass media?
Media is a key linkage institution between the people and policymakers.
What are PACS?
Political action committee: formed by businesses and corporations or labor unions to make donations.
22nd amendment
Set the limit on presidential terms at 2 or maximum service of 10 years.
What artist sings fool's gold?
Aries
Why did Washington get elected/run in only 2 elections?
He did not see the purpose in having a president his whole life, it would seem like a monarchy/dictatorship.
sources of media?
Print media: newspaper & magazines. Broadcast media: tv & radio (public broadcast system & talk radio). Internet (new media): Blogs, podcasts & social media (twitter, facebook, & instagram)
Limit on PACS?
$5,000.
Which amendment changed voting age to 18?
26th amendment
what artist sings Friends?
Chase Atlantic