AP gov vocab

What is this video referring to?

The way one acquires their political Beliefs/ Values

Hierarchical authority structure using task specialization and operates on the merit principle.

A group of presidential advisers not mentioned in the constitution.

Prominent public position that provides opportunity for expounding ones views.

Theory that all groups work together to make policy

The process of reallocating seats in The House of Reps every ten years after census.

Goods, such as clean air and clean water that everyone must share.

Type of veto that occurs when congress adjourns within 10 days of submitting a bill to the prez

Occurs when voters vote for congressmen in the prez's party because they like the president.

Government spending and deficits can help the government deal with economic ups and downs

Gov't organization that charges for its service.

Court case that established the Incorporation Doctrine

Which Amendment ended prohibition?

What is used to prevent senate from voting on a bill?

When someone, not a citizen, brings a matter to the attention of a congressman.

Where does most of our government spending go?

Use of in depth reporting to unearth scandals.

When a small number of people sue on behalf of all people in same situation.

Benefit spending that must be given to all who qualify.

Who prepares the president's budget ?

The institutions and processes through which public policies are made for a society.

Powers given only to the state.

A form of government where the people directly vote on policy.

When a president asks a congressman about a possible appointee from said congressman's state.

Fed projects, grants, and contracts for a congressman's district.

Legal briefs from friends of the court.

Amendment that guaranteed women right to vote.

Socioeconomic system based on common ownership with no classes.

Formed system for senate and house.