AP GoPo Unit 2 Set C

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Containment

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The effort by the United States and Western European allies, begun during the Cold War, to prevent the spread of communism.

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Neoconservatism

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The belief that, rather than exercising restraint, the United States should aggressively use its might to promote its values and ideals around the world.

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Neo-isolationism

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A foreign policy approach that advocates for distancing from the UN and other international organizations but still participating in the world economy.

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Selective engagement

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Belief that the US should only intervene internationally if there is a direct threat to national security, otherwise use diplomacy. Goals: Prevent great power war, embrace political/economic responsibilities of large power status, comfortable with alliances.

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Advice and Consent (power)

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The Senate's power/authority to hold hearings to review potential cabinet members, Supreme Court justices, and ambassadors nominated by the president. Also, the power of the US Senate to be consulted on and approve treaties signed/appointments made by the president of the United States to public positions.

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Impeachment

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The process of removing the executive from office by a vote of Congress. Impeachment starts in the House and is confirmed by the Senate. Two presidents have been impeached by the House but neither was confirmed by the Senate.

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War Powers Resolution

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Congressional resolution designed to limit the U.S. president's ability to initiate or escalate military actions abroad. This law aims to check the executive branch's powers when committing the U.S. military to conflicts without the consent of the U.S. Congress.

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Executive Privilege

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The executive right to withhold information. Not enumerated by the Constitution but asserted by George Washington.

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Rule of Law

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The laws are applied equally to all citizens no matter their political or economic position.

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Jurisdiction

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Legal authority to declare, interpret, and apply law. Also the territory to exercise government powers.