Checkup 1 - Definitions and Words Flashcards
1
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practice of using appointments to reward service
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patronage
2
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preliminary election held to select candidates and/or delegates to party conventions
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direct primary
3
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military advisers to the President
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Joint Chiefs of Staff
4
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chief law officer of the U.S.
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Attorney General
5
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presidental candidate supported mainly by his own state
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favorite son
6
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civilian head of armed forces
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Secretary of Defense
7
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“fourth branch of government”
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regulatory commissions
8
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statement of principles adopted by a political party
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platform
9
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group that performs a variety of tasks for the President
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Executive Office of the President