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What are key differences between the House and Senate?
House: Population-based, shorter terms. Senate: Equal representation, longer terms.
Compare House and Senate committee roles.
House: Initial review, legislation refinement. Senate: Long-term view, consensus building.
Compare debate rules in House and Senate.
House: Strict rules, limited debate. Senate: Fewer rules, extended debate (filibuster).
Compare the powers of the Speaker and Senate Majority Leader.
Speaker: Presides, assigns bills. Senate Leader: Sets agenda, influences committee assignments.
Compare regular veto vs. pocket veto.
Regular: President returns bill. Pocket: President does nothing as Congress adjourns.
What is the significance of the Necessary and Proper Clause?
Grants Congress implied powers to carry out enumerated powers.
What is the effect of bicameralism on policymaking?
Causes compromise and prevents hasty decisions.
How does the Power of the Purse affect the executive branch?
Limits executive power by controlling funding.