Legislative Branch Leadership

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What is the title of the person who leads the House of Representatives?

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Speaker of the House

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Who presides over the Senate when the Vice President is absent?

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President Pro Tempore

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Who leads the majority party in the Senate?

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Senate Majority Leader

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What is the main job of party whips in Congress?

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Count votes and ensure party members attend important votes

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What does the Minority Leader do in Congress?

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Leads the party with fewer members

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What is an important job of the President Pro Tempore?

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Presiding over the Senate when the Vice President is away

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Who sets the legislative agenda in the House?

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The Speaker of the House

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What is an important role of leadership in Congress?

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Organizing and scheduling legislative work

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Who helps new members of Congress learn their jobs?

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Party Leaders

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Who sets the legislative agenda in the House?

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The Speaker of the House