Senate Flashcards
1
Q
Number of Members, why?
A
100 members, each state has 2 senators
2
Q
Length of Term
A
6 years
3
Q
Turnover Rate
A
Moderate turnover, senate races are state-wide and more competitive
4
Q
Referral Decisions
A
Easily challenged, members of senate are more independent operators
5
Q
Scheduling/Rules
A
Agreed by majority and minority leaders, much more cooperation between parties
6
Q
Debate Time
A
Unlimited debate time, unless cloture invoked; only 100 members = more time
7
Q
Member Policy
A
Members policy generalists, represents diverse interest of entire state
8
Q
Emphasizes ?
A
Advice and consent of ambassadors, cabinet; ratify treaties
9
Q
Formal/Informal, Personal/Impersonal
A
Informal and personal, smaller and more collegial
