State and Constitution
What Amendment outlines the powers of the State Government in the Constitution?
The Tenth Amendment
States have the power to do what?
Collect taxes, regulate industry, provide police protection, establish schools
Who is the chief officer of a state's executive branch?
The governor
What structure is created to administer state laws and policies?
Counties
What does the term "grassroots" mean in politics?
Those closest to the people, the lowest level in the process
According to the Constitution, the states retain all powers not specifically delegated to what?
The national government
What are three primary responsibilities of each state?
Public safety
Commercial regulation - licenses, taxes, etc.
Political subdivision oversight
How do most states generate revenue in order to fund the government?
Taxes and federal grants
The governing body of a county is called what?
A Board of Commissioners or a Board of Supervisors
Who directs the party agenda for a state?
The state executive committee.
What does the Constitution prohibit states from doing?
Coining money, entering into binding agreements with other states or nations.
What is the legal term for returning an alleged criminal to the state in which he is charged?
Extradition
Who is the "vice president" of a state?
The Lieutenant governor
What type of local government do we have in Raleigh, North Carolina?
City Council with a mayor, and a city manager
What are two types of elections?
Primary and general elections
According to Article IV, Section 1, each state is required to do what in regard to other states?
Respect the laws, official records, and judicial decisions of other states.
What is an example of reciprocity?
Teaching licenses.
Most judges are determined by "gubernatorial appointment." What does this term mean?
Appointed by the governor
What are the responsibilities of a local/county government?
Taxes, zoning, maintenance of roads, law enforcement, prisons, education, etc.
What is a political "faction?"
A group that competes with party leadership for control. (Trump and the GOP)
Each state must recognize the validity of the other states' sovereignty. What is this called?
"Full faith and credit clause"
What is the privileges and immunities clause?
Privileges enjoyed by U.S. citizens must be respected in all states. (1st Amendment rights, etc.)
What is the highest court in the state judicial system?
The State Supreme Court
What is an example of a "special district?"
A school district
What is a recall?
A process of removing an elected official.