AP Government and Politics General Notes Flashcards

In terms of citizenship, what does the 14th amendment do?

Defines it

What type of amendment is the 14th amendment?

Reconstruction amendment

Who is the chief author of the 14th amendment?

John Bingham

What did John Bingham say about the 14th amendment and citizenship?

“All persons born in the U.S., and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the U.S. and of the state wherein they reside.”

What are the requirements to become a U.S. justice?

No requirements other than appointment; requirements justified by Senate

According to John Bingham, what does being a citizen mean?

To exist in a state except certain territories and ambassadors

According to Thomas Jefferson, what does being a citizen mean?

“The highest political office in the land is the office of citizen” because we have powers and responsibilities

Polity

A form or process of civil government or constitution; making laws, human/social interaction

Politics

Who gets what