All Flashcards
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.
Delegate vs. Trustee model of representation?
Delegate: Vote based on constituents' wishes. Trustee: Vote based on own judgment.
Judicial Restraint vs. Judicial Activism?
Judicial Restraint: Strict interpretation. Judicial Activism: Protects unenumerated rights.
House of Representatives vs. Senate?
House: 435 members, population-based. Senate: 100 members, 2 per state.
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.