Govt Flashcards
(55 cards)
Groups who spend large amounts of money to influence elections and are formed by inrest groups (corps)
Political Action Comittiee
Much campaigning is done in these states
Swing States
Highest ranking presidential advisory that helps direct international relations and foreign policy
Secretary of State
President Advisory which directs the Dept of Justice
Attorney General
Spokesperson for the administration as well as the Pres of the Senate
Vice President
Must be this old to serve as president
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Next after Vice Pres to succeed the President
Speaker of the House
What are the Primaries?
Elections within a party to choose a candidate to go to the General election
What is a open Primary?
Any registered voter can vote in the primary form of any party
What is an closed primary?
only declared party members can vote
Which states have a primary role in selecting a candidate?
New Hampshire and Iowa
What is the 1st day of the convention?
Keynote adress
What happens the 4th day of the convention?
Choosing the vice Presidential running mate and accepting the nomination
When is the convention held?
The summer before the November the general elections start
Who was first female pick at Vice president?
Mondale picked Geraldine Ferraro
What are sound bites?
Speeches and apperances on the media
How are electoral vote numbers selected?
Based on number of reps and senators
How many electoral votes does a candidate need to win?
270
How often is a congressional election?
2 years
When do the elections for Congress and Presidents occur?
First Tuesday after the First Monday in November on even numbered years
Where is most campaigning done?
Swing states
What is an incumbant?
Someone who currently holds an office
Were are moderates on the political spectrum?
Middle
What is the struggle between groups to control or influence policiesp of the govt?
Politicsa
