Humanities Vocab

Affirm (Verb)

State as a fact; assert strongly and publicly

Federalism

A principal or system of government in which several states form a unity but remain independent in internal affairs

Appeal (verb)

apply to a higher court for a reversal of the decision of a lower court

Amendment

A formal change, addition, or alteration to a legal document

Veto

A constitutional right to reject a decision or proposal made by a law-making body

Bipartisan

Involving the agreement or cooperation of two political parties that usually oppose each other’s policies

Litigate

To argue something in court

Revenue

Total money a business earns before any expenses are subtracted

Mandate

An authoritative command, often from a higher body to a lower one

Precedent

A past event, action, or court ruling that serves as an example for how to handle similar situations

Ratify

Sign or give formal consent to a treaty, contract, or agreement, making it officially valid

Legislative

Having the power to make laws