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Government
System or group governing an organized community.
Impeachment
Process of charging a government official with misconduct.
Electoral College
Body that elects the President and Vice President of the U.S.
Separation of Powers
Division of government responsibilities into distinct branches.
Recall Election
A procedure allowing voters to remove an elected official from office.
Congress
The legislative branch of the U.S. government, consisting of the Senate and House of Representatives.
Equality
Principle that all individuals should be treated the same under the law.
Direct Democracy
System where decisions are made directly by the vote of the citizens.
Supreme Court
The highest court in the U.S., interprets the constitution and laws.
Property
Ownership of physical or intangible assets.
Political Culture
The set of shared beliefs, values, and practices regarding governance.
Natural Law
Theory that certain rights are inherent by virtue of human nature.
Federalist
Supporter of a strong central government as outlined in the U.S. Constitution.
Confederation
A union of sovereign groups or states united for purposes of common action.
Constitution
The foundational document outlining the structure and principles of government.
Anti-Federalist
Opponent of a strong central government; favored states' rights.
Suffrage
The right to vote in political elections.
Social Contract
Theory stating that individuals give up some freedoms in exchange for protection of their remaining rights.
Checks and Balances
Mechanism that ensures no single branch of government becomes too powerful.
Legitimacy of Government
The justified use of power by the government.
U.S. Senate
The upper chamber of Congress, with equal representation from each state.
Patriotism
Love for or devotion to one’s country.
Declaration of Independence
Document asserting the independence of the colonies from British rule.
Traditional Conservative
A political ideology that promotes retaining traditional institutions.
Colonist
An early settler in a new territory.
Liberals
Supporters of social equality and reforms.
Articles of Confederation
The first constitution of the U.S., establishing a weak federal government.
Political Socialization
The process through which individuals acquire their political beliefs.
Efficacy
The belief that one's actions can influence political processes.
Libertarians
Advocates for minimal government intervention in personal and economic matters.
Bill of Rights
The first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution, guaranteeing individual rights.