All Flashcards
Impact of the Pendleton Act?
Created merit-based civil service; ended spoils system.
Role of the Speaker of the House?
Controls debate, assigns rules, controls Rules Committee.
Role of Senate Majority Leader?
Controls bill debate and committee assignments.
Role of the President Pro Tempore?
Presides over the Senate in VP's absence.
Role of Conference Committee?
Reconciles House and Senate versions of a bill.
What is the role of the bureaucracy?
Implements laws passed by Congress; creates rules.
What is the role of the Supreme Court?
Interprets laws, exercises judicial review.
Main idea of Federalist 51?
Advocates checks and balances to control government power.
Main idea of Federalist 70?
Argues for a strong, unitary executive for decisive action.
Main idea of Federalist 78?
Judicial independence through life terms for judges.
What is the role of Congress according to Article I, Section 8?
Enumerated powers: taxing, declaring war, regulating commerce.