Foundations of democracy
define- Conservationism
cut down on Government spending
Do we need Government?
Yes, to make sure people are treated equally
What are your rights in school?
Free appropriate public education, safety, equal opportunity to learn, due process, to be informed
Which party believes in equality for all
Democratic
Why do we pay taxes?
To pay for public services : trash collection, schools, police, fire dept and, run government.
Define- Natural rights
Liberty, life, property
What does legislative branch do?
Make laws
The Thirteenth Amendment (Amendment XIII) to the United States Constitution abolished slavery and involuntary servitude, except as punishment for a crime. In Congress, it was passed by the Senate on April 8, 1864, and by the House on January 31, 1865.
What does this mean ?
Slavery is over unless you get locked up
Which party believes in limited government spending?
Republican
No taxation without representation - means what?
DC has a congress person who can not cast a vote in congress.
Define- Liberalism
equality for all
What does executive branch do?
The President is responsible for implementing and enforcing the laws written by Congress and, to that end, appoints the heads of the federal agencies, including the Cabinet. The Vice President is also part of the Executive Branch, ready to assume the Presidency should the need arise.
Can you wear a shirt to school which says, "McKinley Tech is better than Dunbar"
explain
No, because it creates a school disturbance
Why do we have political parties?
Political parties provide a way for voters to easily identify a candidate's positions. Political parties may be large or small, national or local.
Can you go to jail for not filing your tax returns if you work a job?
Yes,
Ja Rule
In March 2011, rapper Ja Rule — i.e., Jeffrey Atkins — pled guilty to failing to file tax returns on more than $3 million in income, reported The Washington Post. He was sentenced to 28 months in prison and agreed to pay $1.1 million in back taxes, according to the Los Angeles Times. He scored an early release from prison in May 2013, and TMZ reported he would be remaining on home confinement until July 28, 2013.
Common Good-
Whats good for the people
What does the judicial branch do?
The Supreme Court is in charge of the judicial branch of government according the the US Constitution. They are in charge of interpreting the laws and the Constitution. ... According to the US Constitution, Congress also has the ability to establish the lesser courts which fall under the Supreme Court.
How can you protest a school issue and get the best results?
Non-violent, speak with administrators, teachers, staff and or DCPS central office Administrators about the issue.
Which political party supports shutting government down if we do not get funding for border wall?
Republican
Good grades, Good SAT scores will leave you with .
acceptance to a college, good job , most likely more money
“Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed, --That whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new Government,”
People can stop Government and start a new one
Why was the Constitution written?
Provide laws for United States .
What right of Colin Kaepernick were violated by the NFL?
Freedom of speech
Do American political parties help or hinder democracy?
Both, it help us move forward or slow us down like border wall issue.
If tax rates were cut tomorrow, what impact would it have on Americans?
Have more spending money, less stress, more bills will get paid