Deck 2 Amare Thomas Flashcards
What is a Religion?
The government may not establish an official religion, or unduly interfere with the free exercise of religion.
What is a Speech?
Individuals are free to express their opinions and beliefs.
What rights does the Press have to do?
The press has the right to gather and publish information, including that which criticizes the government.
What does Assembly mean?
Individuals may peacefully gather
What is a Petition?
Individuals have the right to make their views known to public officials.
What does the Duties of Citizens do?
Pay taxes, Obey laws, Serve in the armed forces, if called, Serve in a jury or a witness in court.
What are the personal traits of Good citizens?
Respect for the law, Patriotism, Honesty and Trustworthiness
What are the Effective Participations in Civic Life Can Include?
Expression a position, Formulating questions, Devising and implementing a plan
What is 1 thing that Functions of Politica Parties do?
Helping candidates win elections.
What are 3 things that are in Primary Issues.
Education, Revenue, Environment
What are 3 things in the lawmaking process?
Introducing a bill, Working in committees, Voting on the bill in each house
What is Lobbying?
seek to influence (a politician or public official) on an issue.
What are the ways Interest Group Influence Public Policy?
Identifying issues, Lobbying government officials
What is a Criminal Case?
a type of court proceeding in which a prosecutor employed by the federal, state, or local government charges a person with the commission of a crime.
What is a Civil Case?
involves a legal dispute between two or m.ore parties
