Civics/ US government system

What is the supreme law of the USA?

The Constitution of the United States serves as the supreme law, establishing the framework of government and the fundamental rights of citizens.

What are the three branches of the U.S. government?

The three branches of the U.S. government are the Legislative, Executive, and Judicial branches, which are responsible for making laws, enforcing laws, and interpreting laws, respectively.

What is the purpose of the legislative branch?

To make laws.

What are the requirements to be president?

Must be at least 35 years old, have been a citizen for at least 14 years, and be a natural born citizen.

What is the definition and difference between the Delegate, Politico, and Trustee forms of representation?

Delegate representation involves elected officials acting according to the wishes of their constituents, Politico representation combines both delegate and trustee models based on circumstances, and Trustee representation allows officials to use their judgment to make decisions for the public good.

What is the definition and difference between an Anti-Federalist and a Federalist?

A Federalist thought the constitution was fine without a Bill of Rights and wanted a stronger central government, an Anti-federalist wanted a Bill of Rights and thought the states should have more power.

What is the definition and difference between an Activism and Restraint point of the judicial branch?

Judicial Activism refers to judicial rulings that interpret the law in broader terms to promote social change and address societal issues, often stepping beyond the strict letter of the law. Judicial Restraint, conversely, advocates for a more limited role of the judiciary, emphasizing adherence to existing statutes and judicial precedents while avoiding the creation of new laws through interpretation.

What are the powers of the House of Representatives?

The House of Representatives has the power to initiate revenue bills, create articles of the impeachment of federal officials, elect the President in the case of an electoral tie, and oversee federal expenditures. Additionally, they have the authority to propose amendments to the Constitution and represent the interests of their constituents in the legislative process.

What are the powers of the Senate?

The Senate has the power to confirm presidential appointments, ratify treaties, conduct impeachment trials, and represent their constituents in legislative discussions. Additionally, the Senate can propose amendments to legislation and ensure that laws are created with adequate representation from all states.

What are the steps to create a Bill and turn it into law?

The Bill is first introduce and supported by a congressperson. The bill then gets approved by a committee. The bill then heads to a floor vote before heading to the other chamber where it is edited, approved, sent back over and approved again, if it is approved through all these steps it then goes to the president to be approved, if it is vetoed then in order to become a law it has to be override, if the president approves it or is overridden then it is law.

How old do you need to be to become a Representative?

25 years old or older

What is the minimum age needed to become a Senator?

30 years or older

How long do you need to be a citizen to become a Representative?

7 years or longer.

How long do you need to be a citizen to become a Senator?

9 years or longer.

How long do you need to be a citizen to become the President?

You need to have been a citizen for 14 or more years and be a natural born citizen.

What are the powers of the President?

The president is the commander in chief of the military, negotiate treaties, veto bills, and provide pardons to federal crimes.