US Politics (Leaving Cert History): Flashcards
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Chief Executive role
Chief Executive role
Leads exec branch, enforces laws, runs govt programmes
Commander-in-Chief role
Commander-in-Chief role
Controls US military, makes military decisions
Chief Diplomat role
Chief Diplomat role
Handles foreign policy, negotiates treaties
Legislative Leader role
Legislative Leader role
Suggests laws, can veto bills, gives State of Union address
Head of State role
Head of State role
Symbolic leader, ceremonial duties, represents US values
Economic Leader role
Economic Leader role
Shapes economic policy, prepares budget, addresses crises
Party Leader role
Party Leader role
Top party member, influences policies, supports candidates
Direct Mandate
Direct Mandate
President elected by people, giving authority to govern
Power of Initiative
Power of Initiative
President sets legislative agenda & influences policy
Bully Pulpit
Bully Pulpit
President's ability to communicate with public & influence opinions
Electoral votes needed to win presidency
Electoral votes needed to win presidency
270 out of 538
Democratic Party founding year
Democratic Party founding year
1828
Republican Party founding year & nickname
Republican Party founding year & nickname
1854, GOP (Grand Old Party)
General election timing
General election timing
Every 4 years, first Tuesday in November
Originator of 'bully pulpit' concept
Originator of 'bully pulpit' concept
Theodore Roosevelt