Questions and Answers
What was the goal of the Simpson-Mazzoli Act?
To stop illegal immigration by requiring employers to document their employees' citizenship.
How did immigration affect political change?
Asians occupy high paying jobs, Hispanics occupy lower ones, and ethnic groups tend to vote similarly.
How did regional shifts affect political changes?
Population used to be mostly in the Northeast, now growth occurs mostly in the South and West.
How did the aging population affect political change?
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Two ways in which voting affects political behavior are ______ and ______.
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What is key to opinion polls?
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What is random digit dialing?
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Three criticisms of polling from the public are ______, ______, and ______.
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What are liberal general beliefs?
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What are liberal general demographics?
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What are conservative general beliefs?
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What are conservative general demographics?
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Five ways to politically participate are ______, ______, ______, ______, and ______.
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What is civil disobedience?
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Study Notes
Simpson-Mazzoli Act
- Requires employers to verify employees' citizenship status.
- Aims to reduce illegal immigration in the United States.
Immigration and Political Change
- Asian individuals often hold high-paying jobs, while Hispanic individuals are frequently in lower-paying roles.
- Native Americans have historically faced displacement from their lands.
- Ethnic groups tend to exhibit similar voting patterns.
Regional Shifts and Political Change
- Population has transitioned from the Northeast to growth predominantly in the South and West.
Aging Population and Political Change
- Increased number of senior citizens leads to higher support for liberal policies, driven by Medicare and lower birth rates.
Effects of Voting on Political Behavior
- Voting enhances political engagement among citizens.
- Strengthens allegiance to political parties.
Key to Opinion Polls
- Random sampling is crucial for accurate representation of public opinion.
Random Digit Dialing
- Involves placing calls to randomly generated phone numbers for survey purposes.
Criticisms of Polling
- Polling is often viewed with skepticism by the public due to perceived inaccuracies and biases.
Liberal Beliefs
- Advocates for reduced military expenditure and troop deployment.
- Supports pro-abortion policies and increased taxation on wealthy individuals to benefit the poor.
Liberal Demographics
- Predominantly younger individuals, minorities, and people in lower-paying jobs.
- Includes groups such as Jews, Catholics, and women.
Conservative Beliefs
- Favors increased military spending and free-market solutions.
- Supports lower taxes and utilizes funds to assist the poor; advocates for prayer in public schools.
Conservative Demographics
- Typically older, white individuals with higher-paying jobs.
- Predominantly Protestant and male.
Political Participation Methods
- Engaging in protests and demonstrations.
- Filing lawsuits and writing to political representatives.
- Voting as a primary form of political engagement.
Civil Disobedience
- Involves intentionally breaking laws perceived as unjust for the purpose of protest or advocacy.
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These flashcards cover key concepts from Chapter 6 of AP Government, focusing on immigration and its political implications. Learn about important legislation like the Simpson-Mazzoli Act and explore how regional shifts and demographics affect political landscapes. Perfect for reviewing essential terms and their definitions in preparation for exams.
