Political Process

The 15th amendment, written after the civil war, guaranteed right to vote for all _________?

What are the two major political parties in our country?

Who was the civil rights leader that wanted to pass the Voting Rights Act of 1965?

The 3 qualifications to be a registered voter are 1) U.S. citizenship, 2) 18 years old and 3) ?

Held in November, this election determines which candidate will win and take office...

Quality of being open to change, supports individual freedoms, larger government programs

Candidates from the same political party run against each other to seek the party's nomination

A list of principles and policies adapted by a political candidate

Most common political belief, trending towards the middle of the political spectrum

The person who keeps track of records for a school, government, or business

The 26th amendment lowered the voting age to what?

Which is NOT a reason that third parties are important to our two-party system?

A territory that has been formed for voting purposes- a person must live here to vote here

What practice of voter discrimination was banned by the 24th amendment?

One who guards against waste, corruption, and bad decision-making

Which region of the US was not allowed to vote presidential elections until the 23rd amendment?

A competition for elected office

The 19th amendment, passed in 1920, allowing which new segment of the population to vote?

Quality of supporting existing conditions and traditions, fewer government programs

Which is NOT a factor that predicts a citizen's chances/likelihood of voting?