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Why should citizens be respectful of differing opinions?
Why should citizens be respectful of differing opinions?
To promote healthy exchange of ideas and perspectives
What is the potential impact of people not voting because they believe their vote doesn't count?
What is the potential impact of people not voting because they believe their vote doesn't count?
It reduces the number of candidates running for office
What was the original intent behind creating the Pledge of Allegiance?
What was the original intent behind creating the Pledge of Allegiance?
To promote loyalty and patriotism, especially among children
Which level of government can citizens vote for candidates and policies?
Which level of government can citizens vote for candidates and policies?
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Give an example of voluntary civic participation.
Give an example of voluntary civic participation.
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Give an example of involuntary civic participation.
Give an example of involuntary civic participation.
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What amendment was added to the Constitution that allowed Senators to be elected by popular vote in their state?
What amendment was added to the Constitution that allowed Senators to be elected by popular vote in their state?
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How often do House of Representatives members run for election or reelection?
How often do House of Representatives members run for election or reelection?
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How often are senators elected now, following the ratification of the 17th amendment?
How often are senators elected now, following the ratification of the 17th amendment?
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What type of elections were held for senators during the first 125 years following the passing of the U.S. Constitution?
What type of elections were held for senators during the first 125 years following the passing of the U.S. Constitution?
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If no person receives a majority vote in the Electoral College, then the president is elected by the
If no person receives a majority vote in the Electoral College, then the president is elected by the
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What is the primary purpose of the 12th amendment?
What is the primary purpose of the 12th amendment?
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What role do political parties play in a democratic government?
What role do political parties play in a democratic government?
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What is partisanship in the context of politics?
What is partisanship in the context of politics?
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What is the dominant two-party system in the United States composed of?
What is the dominant two-party system in the United States composed of?
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What is the first step in an election process?
What is the first step in an election process?
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What is a presidential primary election?
What is a presidential primary election?
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What is the purpose of a national convention for a political party?
What is the purpose of a national convention for a political party?
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What is the primary purpose of a political party's platform?
What is the primary purpose of a political party's platform?
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What is a precinct in the context of elections?
What is a precinct in the context of elections?
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How do Super Political Action Committees (PACs) differ from regular PACs?
How do Super Political Action Committees (PACs) differ from regular PACs?
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Which type of money has no restrictions or limits on the use of funds?
Which type of money has no restrictions or limits on the use of funds?
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What is the primary focus of the Bipartisan Campaign Reform Act (BCRA) of 2002?
What is the primary focus of the Bipartisan Campaign Reform Act (BCRA) of 2002?
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What is the primary function of a political party's platform?
What is the primary function of a political party's platform?
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Explain the difference between Super PACs and regular PACs.
Explain the difference between Super PACs and regular PACs.
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Study Notes
Civic Participation
- Voluntary civic participation: voting in an election, petitioning a representative, running for political office
- Involuntary civic participation: serving on a jury, paying taxes, obeying the law
Government Levels
- Citizens can vote for candidates and policies at local, state, and federal levels
Respect for Opinions
- Citizens should be respectful of differing opinions to promote healthy exchange of ideas and perspectives
Voting
- The potential impact of not voting because one believes their vote doesn't count is that it can lead to different election results
- The Pledge of Allegiance was originally created to promote loyalty and patriotism, especially among children
Senate Elections
- The 17th amendment allowed Senators to be elected by popular vote in their state
- Senators are elected every six years following the ratification of the 17th amendment
- Prior to the 17th amendment, senators were elected through state legislature elections
House of Representatives
- House of Representatives members run for election or reelection every two years
Presidential Elections
- The primary purpose of the 12th amendment is to outline the election process for the President and Vice President by the Electoral College
- If no person receives a majority vote in the Electoral College, the president is elected by the House of Representatives
- The number of electors for each state in the Electoral College is equal to the number of House of Representatives members plus Senators for that state
Political Parties
- Political parties play a crucial role in a democratic government, developing policy and bridging the gap between the people and their government
- Partisanship in the context of politics refers to a strong support of a political party
- The dominant two-party system in the United States is composed of the Republicans and the Democrats
Election Process
- The first step in an election process is nomination
- A presidential primary election is an election where voters express a preference for their presidential and vice-presidential candidates for a certain political party
- The purpose of a national convention for a political party is to choose candidates for the presidential election
Political Party Platforms
- The primary purpose of a political party's platform is to serve as the party's formal statement of basic principles, viewpoints on major policy issues, and objectives
Election Terms
- A precinct is a location where a person casts their ballot
- Super PACs differ from regular PACs in that they have no restrictions on the use of funds
- Super PACs can make unlimited independent expenditures, while regular PACs can make direct contributions to candidates
- The Bipartisan Campaign Reform Act (BCRA) of 2002 aims to eliminate nearly unlimited contributions by interest groups and national political parties
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Test your knowledge on civic participation with this Unit 1 test by Gagnon. Identify examples of voluntary and involuntary civic participation activities such as voting, paying taxes, and serving on a jury.
