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What is the purpose of a PAC?

Political Action Committees (PACs) raise and distribute funds to influence elections and legislation.

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Can campaign contributions lead to corruption?

Yes, campaign contributions can lead to corruption by creating undue influence over politicians.

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What are some examples of Media?

Examples include television, radio, newspapers, and online platforms.

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What is the WATCHDOG ROLE?

The watchdog role of the media involves monitoring government actions and holding public officials accountable.

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Which Amendment protects the media?

The First Amendment protects the media, specifically the Freedom of the Press.

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What is symbolism?

Symbolism is the use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.

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What is bias?

Bias is an inclination or prejudice for or against something, which can be positive, negative, or both.

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What is propaganda?

Propaganda is information that is biased or misleading, used to promote a particular political cause or point of view.

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What is public opinion?

Public opinion refers to the collective attitudes and beliefs of individuals on certain issues.

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What does 'Promote the general Welfare' mean?

It means to act in a way that benefits the health, happiness, and fortunes of a population.

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What does 'Insure Domestic Tranquility' mean?

It means to maintain peace and order within the country.

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What does 'Establish Justice' mean?

It means to create a fair legal system that upholds the rule of law.

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Who does 'We the People' represent?

It represents all citizens of the United States.

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What is SEPARATION OF POWERS?

Separation of powers is the division of government responsibilities into distinct branches to prevent any one branch from exerting too much power.

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What is CHECKS AND BALANCES?

Checks and balances is a system that ensures no one branch of government becomes too powerful by allowing each branch to monitor and limit the actions of the others.

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What's another name for the Legislative Branch?

Another name for the Legislative Branch is Congress.

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What is the function of Congress?

The function of Congress is to make laws, represent the electorate, and oversee the executive branch.

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What are some powers of Congress as listed in Article 1, section 8?

Powers include the ability to tax, regulate commerce, declare war, and maintain armed forces.

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What is another name for the NECESSARY AND PROPER CLAUSE?

The Necessary and Proper Clause is also known as the Elastic Clause.

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What is the purpose of the Necessary & Proper clause?

Its purpose is to allow Congress to make laws that are necessary to carry out its enumerated powers.

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What's another name used for the EXECUTIVE BRANCH?

Another name is the Administration.

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What is the function of the Executive Branch?

The function is to enforce and execute laws.

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What are some powers of the Executive Branch?

Powers include enforcing laws, issuing executive orders, and commanding the military.

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What's another name for the JUDICIAL Branch?

Another name is the Court System.

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What is the function of the Judicial Branch?

The function is to interpret laws and administer justice.

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What are some powers of the Judicial Branch?

Powers include the authority to review laws and interpret the constitution.

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Which Article number is assigned to each branch?

Article I is for the Legislative Branch, Article II is for the Executive Branch, and Article III is for the Judicial Branch.

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Which branch declares war?

The Legislative Branch declares war.

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Who is the Commander-in-Chief?

The President of the United States is the Commander-in-Chief.

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How many members are in the House?

There are 435 members in the House of Representatives.

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How many members are in the Senate?

There are 100 members in the Senate.

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What is the leader of the Supreme Court called?

The leader is called the Chief Justice.

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How many justices are in the Supreme Court?

There are 9 justices in the Supreme Court.

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Does Florida State Government have three branches?

Yes, Florida State Government has three branches: Executive, Legislative, and Judicial.

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Which laws does the FL State Legislative Branch make?

The FL State Legislative Branch makes state laws.

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Who is the leader of the FL Executive Branch?

The Governor is the leader of the FL Executive Branch.

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Which is the high court in the FL Judicial Branch?

The Florida Supreme Court is the high court.

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What happened with President Nixon related to impeachment?

President Nixon resigned from office as the impeachment process was about to begin.

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