Chapter 9-11 Flashcards
Define Shadow war
A fight fought in secret by special ops, hired contractors and/or armed drones
What does a pardon do
Releases individuals from legal punishment
What is Executive privilege
The right to keep conversations between POTUS and the cabinet private
What does amnesty do
Releases groups from legal punishment
Define executive order
It explains POTUS carries the force of law without congressional approval
Describe the role of Head of State
A ceremonial role of POTUS
Describe the role of Chief Executive
POTUS meets with advisors, attend meetings,a dn makes decisions as head of the country
Describe the role of Commander in Chief
POTUS makes decisions regarding the military
Describe the role of Chief Diplomat
POTUS is responsible for diplomacy, treaties and keeping peace with other nations
Describe the role of Economic Chief/Planner
POTUS meets financial leaders, discuss tax proposals, and offers plans to improve the economy
Describe the role of Party Chief/Leader
POTUS guides and shapes the party’s platform and stances regarding the major political issues of the day, and work with fellow congressmen in their campaigns to be elected
What is the primary election
Nominating and electing candidates for the general election ballot
What did the 12th amendment accomplish
Made VPOTUS the runner-up among POTUS candidates
What was Ronald Reagans nickname and why
“The great communicator” because of his ability to sell his ideas to the public
What did the 22nd amendment accomplish
Limited the POTUS number of terms to 2
What is a third party candidate
Someone who represents a political party that is neither Democratic or Republican
What are the requirements to be president
1) Must be a natural-born citizen of the US
2) Must be at least 35
3) Must be a resident of the US for at least 14 years
What are the first five positions in the line of presidential succession
1) Vice President
2) Speaker of the House
3) Senate President Pro Tempore
4) Secretary of State
5)Secretary of Treasury
Which kind of candidate have a better shot of winning a general election
Moderate ones
What is a major disadvantage to the electoral college system
A candidate can win the popular vote, but lose the election
What are the steps to become president
1) Primaries/Caucuses
2) National Convention
3) General Election
4) Electoral College
Which two states do not award electoral votes using the winner takes all sysytem
Maine and Nebraska
Define Whistleblower
Federal employees who report corruption or wrongdoing by the government
What is the Spoils System
The practice of politicians rewarding their supporters with government jobs
