Unit 2 Foundations & Elections 2022

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Electoral College

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Electoral College

the body of electors who formally elect the United States president and vice-president

Primary Election

Nominating election held to choose party candidates who will run in the general election

General Election

election in which voters decide which candidates will actually hold a public office

Political Ideology

a set of beliefs at a given time in a person's life about what public policies government should focus on

Political Party

A group of individuals with broad common interests who organize to nominate and elect candidates for office and determine public policy

Political Socialization

The lifelong process by which we develop our political attitudes, values, and beliefs through our family, education, experiences, and jobs.

Popular Sovereignty

A belief that ultimate power resides in the people.

Separation of Powers

Constitutional division of powers among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches, with the legislative branch making law, the executive applying and enforcing the law, and the judiciary interpreting the law

Social Contract

A voluntary agreement among individuals to secure their rights and welfare by creating a government and abiding by its rules.