Unit Three Test Review

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System that prevents any one branch of government from becoming too powerful by giving each branch the power to check the others.

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Checks & Balances

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People who can vote for or are represented by a certain leader or representative.

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Constituents

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A group of people that represent the states of the US, who formally cast votes in an election for the US President and Vice President.

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Electoral College

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A directive from the president of the United States to enforce the law, manage the executive branch’s staff and resources, and shape policy

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Executive Order

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An attempt to delay or block a vote on a piece of legislation or a confirmation, often by way of giving a lengthy speech.

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Filibuster

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The drawing of boundaries of electoral districts in a way that gives one political party an advantage over another

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Gerrymandering

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The legal power of a court to determine if a statute, treaty, or regulation violates existing law, like the Constitution.

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Judicial Review

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Every 2 years elections occur where voters elect politicians to serve in the House of Representatives and Senate, and can shift the balance of power in Congress.

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Midterm Elections

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A set of principles, goals, and policy proposals that a political party or candidate advocates for. Outlines the key issues and positions a party supports and aims to address.

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Political Platform

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A supreme court decision or ruling that serves as a guide or standards for deciding similar cases in the future.

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Precedent