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Federalist

Supporters of the U.S. Constitution and a strong central government.

Anti-Federalist

Opponents of the U.S. Constitution who favored stronger state governments.

Checks and balances

System where each branch of government can limit the powers of the other branches.

Amendment ratification process

The process by which amendments to the Constitution are approved.

Gerrymandering

Manipulating the boundaries of an electoral constituency to favor one party or class.

Fiscal Policy

Government decisions on spending and taxation to influence the economy.

Executive Branch

Branch of government responsible for enforcing laws and policies.

Judicial Review

Power of the courts to determine the constitutionality of laws and actions.

Political Spectrum

Range of political beliefs from conservative to liberal.

Compromise/Negotiation/Consensus/Persuasion

Methods used in politics to reach agreements and make decisions.