ap government chapter 13

What is political participation?

The different ways individuals take action to shape the laws and policies of a government.

What did Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission (2010) establish?

It established that limits on independent political spending by corporations, unions, and non-profits violate the First Amendment's protection of free speech.

What are Political Action Committees (PACs)?

Organizations that raise money to support political candidates, monitored by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).

What is the purpose of the Electoral College?

To formally elect the President of the United States through a system of electors appointed by each state.

What is suffrage?

The right to vote.

What influences voter turnout?

Individual choice as well as state and federal laws.

What is political efficacy?

A person's belief that they can make effective political change.

Define rational choice voting.

Voting based on what a citizen believes is in his or her best interest.

What is the difference between open and closed primaries?

Open primaries allow any eligible voter to participate, while closed primaries restrict participation to those registered with the party.

What is a super PAC?

An organization that can spend unlimited amounts on political campaigns as long as the spending is not coordinated with a campaign.