Elephants & Donkeys
The American political process is characterized by a ____ _____ system.
two party
The _______ plays a role in identifying candidates and broadcasting different points of view and emphasizing selected issues
media
What is the difference between the primary election and the general election?
Primary= deciding who will run for their party
General= final descision
Because campaigns cost so much, who has the advantage?
wealthy
What is the Electoral College used for?
electing the president
How can political parties appeal to the most voters?
appeal to the moderates/political center
What is an example of mass media?
TV, social media, pamphlets, flyers...
What are the 3 factors that predict who will vote?
age, education and income
What are the laws to limit how much money can be donated?
campaign finance laws
538
What is a platform?
a broad stance on an issue
What is the difference between fact and opinion?
Fact can be proven, opinion is based on feelings
What are 3 qualifications to vote?
18 years old, US citizen, VA resident
What does PAC stand for and what are they?
Political Action Committee, they influence politicians to take action on certain political issues
What does a candidate get if they win the majority of votes in a state?
all the electoral votes (winner takes all)
When the 2 parties work against each other it is called?
partisan
What is the right for media to publish information?
Freedom of the press
Where can you register to vote?
online, registrars office, DMV
What are the limits for a PAC? Individuals?
$5,000 and $3,300 ($2,500)
What would it take to get rid of the Electoral College?
a constitutional amendment
liberal is to democrat as ________________ is to republican
conservative
What is bias?
favoring one side over the other
Name 2 amendments that have granted voting rights and explain at least one of them
15, 19, 23, 24, 26
What group has more influence on politicians and why?
PACs because they offer more money and can contact government officials
How are the electors determined for each state?
2 senators + representatives= congressional representation