Elections and Governance in Pennsylvania

Flashcards covering key concepts related to elections, governance, and legal frameworks in Pennsylvania.

democracy

A system of government in which citizens elect representatives to govern on their behalf.

Lobbying Disclosure Law

A law established on January 1, 2007, imposing regulations and registration requirements for lobbyists in Pennsylvania.

closed primary

An election in which only registered party members can vote to choose their party's candidate.

Gilbert Kane

First female Attorney General of Pennsylvania.

PAC (Political Action Committee)

A tax-exempt organization that raises and spends money to elect political candidates.

Chief Justice of PA Supreme Court

The head of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, currently Debra Todd.

Attorney General

The chief law enforcement officer of the state, responsible for legal advice and representation.

Governor

The chief executive officer of a state, responsible for overseeing the administration and implementation of state laws.

Campaign finance laws

Regulations that govern the contributions made to political candidates and parties.

Mandatory retirement age for judges

The age at which judges must retire, set at 75 years in Pennsylvania.

General Assembly

The legislative body in Pennsylvania, responsible for creating laws.

voter turnout

The percentage of eligible voters who cast a ballot in an election.

public perception

The collective opinion or attitudes held by the public toward certain issues or figures.

interest groups

Organizations that seek to influence government policies and decisions.