Elections Test Flashcards
What is the 14th amendment?
The 14th Amendment says that all persons born or naturalized in the United States… are
Citizens of the United States… that no State could deprive any person of life, liberty, or
property, without due process of law… nor deny any person the equal protection of
the laws
What is the 15th amendment?
The 15th amendment says that the right to vote shall not be denied by any state on account of color or race
What is the 19th amendment?
The 19th amendment allowed women to vote.
What is the 24th amendment?
Eliminated the Poll Tax
What is the 26th amendment ?
It lowered the voting age from 21 to 18
What is the Civil Rights Act of 1965?
Enabled African-Americans to vote by getting rid of things like literacy tests in southern states.
What are the two main parties?
Republican and democrats
What is a platform?
It lets voters know where the candidate stands on certain issues.
What do republicans believe?
They want lower taxes, free enterprise, a less active role in government, they loo believe in less gov spending.
What do democrats believe in?
They want increase spending for health care , education, labor unions, and they want environmental protection.
What are the voting requirements in Virginia?
Citizen, 18, resident
Who has an advantage when running for political office?
Wealthy People
What does PAC stand for?
Political Action Committee
How much money can a PAC give to a candidate?
$5000
How much money can a Super PAC raise to help a candidate?
Unlimited Funds
