Age of Jackson Vocabulary

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corruption

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When people in power misuse their position for personal gain, like taking bribes or making unfair decisions that benefit themselves.

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currency

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A system of money used in a country to buy goods or services.

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relocate

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Move to a new place.

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secede

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To leave or break away from a country or group to become independent.

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sovereign/sovereignty

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The full right and power of a country or government to govern itself without outside interference; a sovereign nation is independent and makes its own laws and decisions.

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states' rights

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The rights and powers held by individual US states rather than by the federal government.

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term

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The set period of time that an elected official serves in office.

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voter participation

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The percentage of eligible voters who vote in an election.

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suffrage

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The right to vote in political elections

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nullify

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To declare (an official agreement, decision, etc.) invalid; declare null and void