American Democracy Concepts

A collection of flashcards covering key concepts of American democracy.

Direct Democracy

A state that permits citizens to vote directly on laws and policies.

Political Efficacy

An individual’s belief that ordinary citizens can affect what government does.

Popular Sovereignty

The principle that authority of the government rests in the hands of the people.

Rule of Law

Citizens are governed by laws; no one is above the law.

Indirect Democracy

In the U.S., voters choose representatives from the state to represent them in the U.S. Congress.

Reserved Rights of U.S. Citizens

Voting, serving on a jury, and holding federal office.

Dominant Political Parties in the U.S.

Democrats and Republicans.

Republican Party Ideology

Generally considered conservative.

Voter Registration in Florida

Responsible entity is a county supervisor of elections.

Chief Executive in a State

The governor.