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american politics
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| War Powers Act | A federal law that limits the President's ability to engage U.S. forces in hostilities without congressional approval. |
| Mutually Assured Destruction (MAD) | A military strategy in which full-scale use of nuclear weapons by two or more opposing sides would result in the complete annihilation of both the attacker and the defender. |
| Reapportionment | The process of redistributing seats in the House of Representatives based on changes in population as determined by the census |
| Social Security Act of 1935 | A law that established a system of old-age benefits for workers, unemployment insurance, and aid to families with dependent children. |
| Safety Net Programs | Government programs designed to provide assistance to individuals and families in need, including food assistance, housing aid, and healthcare. |
| 2.0 Web Election | An election characterized by the use of social media and digital platforms to engage voters and disseminate information. |
| Department of State | The U.S. federal executive department responsible for international relations and foreign affairs |
| Court of Last Resort | The highest court in a jurisdiction, which typically has the final say on legal disputes. |
| People's Branch | A term often used to refer to the legislative branch of government, which is elected by the people. |
| State of the Union | An annual address delivered by the President of the United States to a joint session of Congress, outlining the administration's agenda and priorities. |
| Honeymoon Period | The initial phase of a new president's term when they typically enjoy high approval ratings and greater legislative success. |
| 2010 ACA (Affordable Care Act) | A comprehensive healthcare reform law aimed at expanding access to health insurance, reducing healthcare costs, and improving healthcare quality. |
| Gerrymandering | The practice of manipulating electoral district boundaries to favor one party over another. |
| Executive Orders | Directives issued by the President of the United States to manage the operations of the federal government. |
| Federal Reserve | The central banking system of the United States, responsible for regulating the monetary and financial system. |
| Veto Power | The authority of the President to reject legislation passed by Congress. |
| Isolationist vs. Interventionist Policy | Isolationism is a foreign policy approach that avoids involvement in international conflicts, while interventionism advocates for active engagement in global affairs |
| Living Constitution | The idea that the Constitution is dynamic and can be interpreted in light of contemporary circumstances and values. |
| Balanced Ticket | A political strategy where a candidate selects a running mate who complements their strengths and appeals to a broader electorate. |
| Cabinet | A group of senior officials appointed by the President, typically heads of federal departments, who advise the President on policy and decision-making. |
| Progressive Income Tax | A tax system where the tax rate increases as the taxable amount increases, placing a higher burden on those with greater income. |
| Laissez Faire | An economic philosophy of free-market capitalism that opposes government intervention in the economy. |
| Protectionism | An economic policy of restricting imports from other countries through tariffs and other trade barriers to protect domestic industries. |
| Yellow Journalism | A style of journalism that emphasizes sensationalism and exaggeration to attract readers and influence public opinion. |
| Deterrence | A strategy aimed at dissuading adversaries from taking unwanted actions, often through the threat of retaliation. |
| 12th Amendment | An amendment that outlines the procedure for electing the President and Vice President of the United States. |
| 16th Amendment | An amendment that allows the federal government to impose an income tax without apportioning it among the states. |
| 17th Amendment | An amendment that established the direct election of U.S. Senators by popular vote. |
| 20th Amendment | An amendment that sets the dates for the beginning and end of terms for the President, Vice President, and members of Congress. |
| 22nd Amendment | An amendment that limits the President to two terms in office. |
| 23rd Amendment | An amendment that grants residents of Washington D.C. the right to vote in presidential elections. |
| 25th Amendment | An amendment that outlines the procedures for presidential succession and dealing with presidential disabilities. |
| 27th Amendment | An amendment that prevents Congress from giving itself a pay raise without it taking effect until after the next election. |
| Advantages of incumbency | name recognition financial power seniority and experience |
| government involvement in domestic policy | funding for education funding for infastructure safety net programs |
| Congressional checks on the presidents foreign policy power | president cannot declare war raise and support armies regulate commernce with foreign nations |
| constituional qualifications for holding federal office | age requirement between 25-35 natural born citizen (president) held US residence |
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