Civics Unit 3- Graber

Necessary steps of the naturalization process?

\-18 or older

\-resident of the US for at least 5 yrs

\-complete application

\-speak with an immigration officer to see their skill set in writing, reading, and speaking English

\-oath of intelligence

Libertarian beliefs?

Strong belief in personal freedom (minimal government control)

The Green Party (Environmentalists)

Emphasizes protection of environment

What is Liberalism?

Based on the principles of individual freedom, equality, and the rule of law. Protects individual rights and limits the power of the state.

What is Naturalization?

A legal process through which a person not granted citizenship by birth can become a citizen of that country. 

Are liberty, equality, democracy, individualism, civic service, free enterprise, patriotism, and rule of law “core values” shared by most Americans?

Americans share typically share these values, but may disagree with others’ options

What is a socialist form of government?

Ensuring a fair distribution of wealth.

What are Democratic Socialists?

Advocates socialism as a basis of the economy & democracy as a governing principle

Defunding police: Liberal or conservative?

Liberal

Willing to raise taxes :Liberal or conservative?

Liberal

Pro-Life :Liberal or conservative?

Conservative

Opposes same-sex marriage :Liberal or conservative?

Conservative

Encourages gun-control laws :Liberal or conservative?

Liberal

Favors strict environmental regulations: Liberal or conservative?

Liberal

Prefers more power to the state :Liberal or conservative?

Conservative

Example of civic engagement?

PTA (parent-teacher association): parents create groups to work on local issues, and improving their children’s schools

 What is the 2 party system?

A political system where two parties dominate the electoral process and control the government.

What are republicans like in the 2 party system?

Are more likely to be white, male, and relatively wealthy.

What are democrats like in the 2 party system?

Are usually members of a minority group, female, and less wealthy.

How are political parties organized in the United States?

Goal is to get their candidates elected to office. They campaign in against the opposing side in order to recruit candidates.

Role and impact of 3rd parties in the US?

Is formed when candidates do not agree with Democrat v. Republican and they don’t identify with one of these parties.

Single issue parties purpose?

Focus on one issue at a time

**Impact of special interest groups and P.A.C.S on the American political process?**

They provide financial support to political candidates and can influence policy decisions.

What are interest groups?

any organized group whose members try to promote their interests by influencing government policymaking

**Dark money and how it may threaten out society?**

Dark money refers to political spending by organizations that do not disclose their donors. This lack of transparency can lead to corruption. It may threaten our society by allowing wealthy individuals to sway elections in their favor.

**Impact of the citizens united court decision and why it remains controversial?**

It has led to an influx of money in politics, potentially giving wealthy donors and special interest groups disproportionate influence over elections.