How to immerse yourself in US Politics

How to immerse yourself in US Politics Books You Should Be Reading… Ashbee, E and Ashford, N (1999) US Politics Today,…

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Amendment – Proposed Constitutional Amendments

Proposed Constitutional Amendments Proposed Constitutional Amendments Approved By Congress Not Ratified Equal Rights Amendment The Equal Rights Amendment, approved by Congress…

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Federal-State Relationship – Where is federalism in the constitution?

Where is federalism in the constitution? ARTICLE I, SECTION 8 The Congress shall have Power To lay and collect Taxes, Duties,…

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Federal-State Relationship – State and Local Government

State & Local Government Powers not granted to the federal government are reserved for states and the people, which are divided…

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Principles – 3 Branches of the United States Government

3 Branches of the United States Government (Separation of powers under Articles I, II, and III) LEGISLATIVE- makes laws EXECUTIVE –…

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Principles – Checks and Balances

Checks & Balances The legislature The executive The judiciary Legislature ·       Amend/delay/reject legislation ·       Override president’s veto ·       Power of the…

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Framework – The Six Big Ideas

The Six Big Ideas Concept Definition Article Section Clause Quote Explanation Limited Government             Republicanism  …

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Bill of Rights – What Rights Does the Constitution Protect?

5e. What Rights Does the Constitution Protect To be used with lesson 5 “Why was the Bill of Rights added to…

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