The Line Item Veto Act of 1996 allowed the president to cancel individual items in appropriations bills passed by Congress. Research the Supreme Court case of Clinton v. City of New York (1998). Analyze and summarize all the opinions in the case. Then, in terms of separation of powers,evaluate the final decision reached by the Court.

Which of the following does the Senate have the sole authority to approve or reject? A. overseas trade negotiations B. government projects C. security legislation D. treaties with foreign countries

In which of the following bodies must government-funding laws originate? A. the Supreme Court B. the Senate C. the president's cabinet D. the House of Representatives

Give examples of how the Constitution has both endured and changed since it was ratified.

How have both Madison's and Jefferson's views of amending the Constitution proven true in some ways over the course of U.S. history?

For each term, write a sentence that explains its significance or meaning: supermajority, repeal.

For each term, write a sentence that explains its significance or meaning: popular sovereignty, rule of law, separation of powers, checks and balances, judicial review, federalism.

For each term, write a sentence that explains its significance or meaning: political party, political spectrum, two-party system, third party, precinct.

For each term, write a sentence that explains its significance or meaning: president of the Senate, president pro tempore, Senate majority leader, seniority rule, filibuster, cloture.

How does each of the three branches of government apply the Constitution to its job responsibilities?

Why is it important to maintain a balance between state and national authority in a federal system? Be prepared to defend your analysis.

For each term, write a sentence that explains its significance or meaning: executive orders, executive privilege, reprieve, pardon, commute.

For each term, write a sentence that explains its significance or meaning: executive agreements, political party.

Are the goals and objectives of the Constitution, such as the rule of law, relevant today? Support your answer with examples.