The Constitution
Who was the author of the Constitution and the Bill of Rights
James Madison
What is Federalism
System of government in which two or more governments exercise power over the same people and the same territory
Country with a one-party system
China, North Korea, Vietnam, Cuba, etc.
Requirements to vote
Citizenship, Registered in the state you reside, and 18 years of age
Media source known as the "new parent" of socialization
Mass Media
What is the purpose of the Preamble
Explains the purpose of government
What is Implied Powers
Powers not directly stated in the constituion
Country with multiparty system
France, Italy, Nigeria, Iran, etc.
Denies the right to vote
Felony, Dishonorably discharged from the military, and being mentally incompetent
Type of Interest Group "Greenpeace" is
Environmental
What is the concept of checks and balances
The separation of power in the government, which is ensured through the establishment of the three different branches
What is Concurrent Powers
Powers that are shard between the national and state government
Get major parties to adopt their ideas
Ballot that leads to straight-ticket voting
Party Column Ballot
Most important factor of political socialization
Media
Who is involved in the formal amendment process
Congress and state is involved
What is Denied Powers
Powers denied to both national and state government
Ideological, Single Issue Party, Economic Protest Parties, and Splinter Parties
Ballot that leads to split-ticket voting
Office Column Ballot
What the Federal Communications Commission does
Regulate media
How did Federalists feel about the constitution
Federalists supported the constitution and a stronger national republic
Who is on top of the Ladder of Laws
The U.S. Constitution
Functions of a Political Party
Nominating candidates, informing and activating supporters, the seal of approval function, governing, and acting as a watchdog
Factors that affect voter turnout
Time-Zone Fall out and Ballot Fatigue
Best way to measure public opinion
Scientific Opinion Polls