Congress Continued Flashcards
1
Q
Who runs for Congress?
A
- standard profile is a rich, white lawyer
- Are exceptions
2
Q
How often do members of Congress get elected?
A
- House of Reps run for election every 2 years
- Senators run for election every six years
3
Q
What is Gerrmandering?
A
-Strategically redrawing boundaries that creates advantage that vote towards party
4
Q
What is Re-district?
A
-States redraw boundaries for members of House of Reps every 10 years
5
Q
What is apportionment?
A
-Determining states getting seats in the House of Reps
