Election Process Flashcards

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Open primary

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You can vote for anyone party regardless of what party you are affiliated with

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2
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Closed primary

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You can only vote for the party you choose

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3
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Blanket primary

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You can choose canidates from various parties to choose from

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4
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Austriallian ballot

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Secret ballot. Protects citizens

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5
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What is the electoral college?

A

Group of electors that are selected from each state that offically elect president and vice president.

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6
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How many electors are there PER STATE?

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As many as there in the house of representatives, but each state is guranteed 3 electors

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7
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What sysytem does the electoral college primarily use?

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winner take all system

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8
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Alternatives to the electoral college?

A

Popular vote

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9
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How many votes to win the electoral college?

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270.

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10
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What happens if no majority is made in the electoral college?

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It goes to the house and the house votes from the top three, and if that fails, you use the senate to vote.

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