Unit 2 Vocab- Interactions Amongst Branches of Government

AP Gov and Politics Vocabulary Test

Layer Cake Federalism

clear division of responsibilities between National and State Government

Marble Cake" federalism

shared functions and cooperation of national and state responsibilities

Layer Cake Federalism

clear division of responsibilities between National and State Government

Marble Cake" federalism

shared functions and cooperation of national and state responsibilities

"Lame Duck President

president nearing end of term, following successor being elected

Advice and Consent power

Senate authority to review and approve presidential appointments and treaties

Amendment Process

method of altering the Constitution, requiring 2/3 Congress proposal and 3/4 state ratification

Americans with Disabilities Act (1990

prohibits discrimination based on disabilities in employment and public service

Ambassadors

fficials appointed by President, to represent

U.S. in foreign countries