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Article VI

Often referred to as the Supremacy Clause, it establishes the Constitution and federal laws as the supreme law of the land.

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Article I

Establishes the legislative branch of the federal government, comprising the United States Congress, outlining its powers and responsibilities.

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Preamble

Introductory statement that sets forth the purposes and goals of the Constitution.

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Article V

Outlines the process for amending the Constitution, providing methods for proposing and ratifying amendments.

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Article III

Establishes the judicial branch of the federal government, including the Supreme Court.

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Article VII

Outlines the process for ratifying the Constitution, requiring ratification by nine states.

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Article II

Lays the foundation for the executive branch of the government, including the President and Vice President.

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6th Amendment

Ensures the rights of the accused in criminal prosecutions, guaranteeing a fair and speedy trial.

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15th Amendment

Extends voting rights regardless of race, color, or previous servitude.

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25th Amendment

Outlines procedures for presidential succession, disability, and vacancy.

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1st Amendment

Protects fundamental freedoms of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition.

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23rd Amendment

Grants residents of the District of Columbia the right to vote in presidential elections.

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10th Amendment

Reserves powers not delegated to the federal government to the states or the people.

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26th Amendment

Lowers the voting age to 18, enfranchising millions of young Americans.

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5th Amendment

Protects against self-incrimination and double jeopardy, ensuring due process of law.

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22nd Amendment

Imposes term limits on the presidency, limiting individuals to two terms.

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2nd Amendment

Guarantees individuals the right to possess firearms.

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8th Amendment

Focuses on preventing cruel and unusual punishment, setting standards for bail and fines.

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14th Amendment

Addresses citizenship rights, due process, and equal protection under the law.

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17th Amendment

Established the direct election of senators by the people.

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4th Amendment

Protects against unreasonable searches and seizures, establishing the right to privacy.

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19th Amendment

Granted women the right to vote.

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24th Amendment

Prohibits poll taxes in federal elections.

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Federalist 70

Written by Alexander Hamilton, argues for a strong executive branch.

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Brutus 1

An anti-federalist essay opposing the ratification of the Constitution.

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Federalist 78

Defends the necessity of an independent judiciary and judicial review.

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Letter From a Birmingham Jail

Defends nonviolent resistance against racism and injustice.

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Declaration of Independence

Declares the thirteen American colonies independent from British rule.

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Federalist 51

Emphasizes separation of powers and checks and balances.

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Articles of Confederation

The first constitution of the United States, creating a weak central government.

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Federalist 10

Discusses the dangers of factionalism and argues for a large republic.

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Citizens United v FEC

Expanded the rights of corporations and unions to spend money on political campaigns.

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Shaw v Reno

Addressed racial gerrymandering, ruling that race cannot be the predominant factor.

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U.S. v. Lopez

Limited Congress's power under the Commerce Clause.

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Gideon v. Wainwright

Established the right to counsel for criminal defendants.

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New York Times v United States

Upholds freedom of the press against government prior restraint.

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Schenck v. United States

Established the 'clear and present danger' test for free speech.

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Wisconsin v. Yoder

Recognized the rights of parents to homeschool for religious reasons.

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McCulloch v. Maryland

Affirmed the supremacy of the federal government over state governments.

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Brown v. Board of Education

Overturned racial segregation in public schools as unconstitutional.

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Tinker v Des Moines

Upheld students' rights to free speech in public schools.

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McDonald v. Chicago

Incorporated the Second Amendment's right to bear arms to the states.

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Engel v. Vitale

Declared school-sponsored prayer in public schools unconstitutional.

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Baker v. Carr

Established 'one person, one vote,' requiring roughly equal population in districts.

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Commerce Clause

Gives Congress the power to regulate commerce among the states.

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Due Process Clause

Guarantees fair legal procedures before deprivation of life, liberty, or property.

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Establishment Clause

Prohibits establishing an official religion or favoring one religion.

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Full Faith and Credit Clause

Requires states to recognize legal acts and records of other states.

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Equal Protection Clause

Requires individuals to be treated equally under the law.

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Supremacy Clause

Establishes the Constitution as the supreme law of the land.

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Necessary and Proper Clause

Gives Congress authority to make laws necessary for executing its powers.

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Free Exercise Clause

Protects individuals' rights to practice their religion.

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Voting Rights Act of 1965

Aimed to eliminate barriers preventing African Americans from voting.

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War Powers Act

Requires presidential consultation with Congress before military action.

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Civil Rights Act of 1964

Prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, or sex.

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Bipartisan Campaign Reform Act

Regulates campaign financing and restricts soft money contributions.

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USA Patriot Act

Expands law enforcement authority for surveillance and investigation.

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Americans with Disabilities Act

Prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities.

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Motor Voter Act

Increases voter registration by allowing registration with driver's license.

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Title IX

Prohibits sex discrimination in federally funded education programs.

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Implied powers

Powers not explicitly stated but inferred from the Constitution.

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Concurrent powers

Powers shared by federal and state governments.

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Enumerated powers

Specific powers explicitly listed in the Constitution.

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Reserved Powers

Powers not delegated to the federal government are reserved for the states.

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Exclusive powers

Powers that are granted solely to the federal government.

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Rational-choice model

Voters evaluate candidates based on beliefs and preferences.

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Party-line model

Voters cast ballots exclusively for candidates from the same party.

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Retrospective model

Voters assess an incumbent's performance before re-election.

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Prospective model

Voters base decisions on candidates' promises and future performance.

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Delegate role

Acts as a direct representative, voting according to constituents' wishes.

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Politico role

Balances personal judgment with constituents' interests and political considerations.

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Trustee role

Acts according to personal conscience and judgment, regardless of constituents.

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Gatekeeper role

Media determines what information reaches the public.

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Scorekeeper role

Media provides assessments of political performances.

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Watchdog role

Holds government officials accountable.

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