U.S. Government and Executive Branch Vocabulary

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Key terms and definitions covering executive agencies, policymaking relationships, and presidential functions.

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Independent Executive Agencies

Agencies outside the major executive departments.

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Iron Triangles

Three groups working together: Congress, agencies, and interest groups.

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Issue Network

Different groups working on the same policy issue.

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Lame Duck

An official nearing the end of their time in office.

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Line-Item Veto

Rejecting only part of a bill.

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National Security Council

Advisers who help the president with national security.

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New Deal

Roosevelt's programs to fight the Great Depression.

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Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

Helps prepare and manage the federal budget.