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Division of power shared between the federal and state governments
Federalism
More than any other cabinet member, this cabinet member deals with foreign diplomacy (John Kerry currently holds the position)
Secretary of State
The purpose of serving on a jury
To protect the right for people to be tried by their peers.
Not being able to collect federal taxes was a huge problem under this governing document
Articles of Confederation
The principle that all people are subject to and accountable to law that is fairly applied and enforced
Rule of law
Three subjects you need to know to become a naturalized citizen
U.S. history, Civics, and English
The Supreme Court finding a law unconstitutional is an example of this
Judicial Review
Bill that becomes a law based on the vote of the people in a state
Referendum
Believed in the protection of states’ rights and peoples’ rights
Antifederalists
A more informed society is the result of the protection of which amendment
1 st Amendment Freedom of Speech
The Constitution should protect fundamental rights like those in the Bill of Rights would be a belief of these people
Antifederalists
Meaning of the phrase “We the people” in the preamble of the Constitution
Power of the government comes from the people
Name two obligations you have as a citizen
Pay taxes Serve on juries Obey laws Defend the nation
According to this quote: “…deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed”, the power of our government comes from here
The people
Biggest debate between federalists and antifederalists
Whether states or federal government should hold more power
Process by which citizens of a state may propose a law by collecting signatures on a petition
Initiative
Separation of powers and checks and balances best describe this system of govenment
Limited government
Explain how the Internet can potentially increase the level of citizens’ civic participation
People can interact online to discuss issues and express views on political matters
Reason that Citizens are allowed to express opinions that may conflict with the majority of citizens or the government
Founding fathers understood that people disagreeing with the government is essential to a republican government
Argument between the Federalists and Antifederalists that was solved by the creation of a bicameral legislature
State representation in national government
Rule of law, separation of power, and checks and balances all limit the power of this
Government
This rule protects against tyranny
Rule of law
The two steps that are needed to add an amendment to the Constitution
First, 2/3rds of Congress passes the amendment. Second, 3/4ths of the states have to ratify an amendment
This group reflects the opinions of the people because they are elected every two years, make laws, and their numbers are based on population
House of Representatives
Explain the 5 main steps for how a bill becomes a law
1.Bill introduced in Senate 2. Senate votes 3. Introduced in House of Representatives 4. House votes 5. President signs or vetos