Gov quiz Political Socialization and stuff

What is political socialization?

The process in which individuals develop their political views, opinions, and behavior.

Name the 7 agents of political socialization.

Family, community, media, schools, peers, religion, demographics

How does the media develop our political opinions?

Sources reflect our politics

Behavior norms

How does Family and Peers develop our political opinions

Mimicks politics

More involvement

How does school develop our political opinions?

Behavior norms

Higher education = higher involvement

How does religion and community develop our political opinions?

More religious and community involvement = more political engagement

What demographics impact political opinions?

Age, Geography, Race, Gender

How does age affect political engagement?

Older individuals tend to have higher political engagement.

What are the qualifications to hold federal office as a Representative?

Must be at least 25 years old, a naturalized citizen for 7 years, and a resident of the state.

What are the qualifications to hold federal office as a Senator?

Must be at least 30 years old, a naturalized citizen for 9 years, and a resident of the state.

What are the qualifications to hold federal office as a President?

Must be at least 35 years old, a natural-born citizen, and a resident for 14 years.

What must be different between the President and vice president?

Different states of residency

How do people vote?

In person, through mail, and early

What do people vote on?

Candidates, Amendments, Referendums/Initiatives, and Recalls

Who votes the most?

Older, Female, Educated, White, Religious, Upper middle class

What are some reasons why people do not vote?

Negativity/fatigue, lack of efficacy, and rational abstention theory.

What is the nomination process?

The process political parties use to select their candidates for an election, including primaries and caucuses.

What are Primaries?

It's a traditional election to select candidate delegates

What are caucuses?

A meeting of party members to select candidate delegates.

What is the difference between open and closed primaries?

Open primaries allow any voter to participate, while closed primaries are restricted to party members.

What are Jungle Primaries?

Non-partisan primary open to both parties, or closed party members

What is a nomination convention?

A party meeting where delegates decide the party nominees.

What is the general election?

Held the first Tuesday of November between the party nominees Voters choose among the candidates nominated by political parties and other qualified candidates.

What is the role of the Electoral College?

To certify the results of the Presidential election in early December (270 or more to win out of 538)

What is the difference between majority and plurality?

Majority means 50% plus one vote, while plurality means the most votes.

When is the newly elected president inaugurated?

January 20th