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Law

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A bill that has been passed by Congress.

Back

Legislative Branch

Front

Branch of government that creates the laws

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Term

Front

The length of time a government official serves in office.

Back

Override Veto

Front

To pass a bill that has been vetoed by the President, 2/3 of Congress.

Back

Political Party

Front

-A group of people with similar political opinions -2 main parties in the United States: Democratic Party and Republican Party

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Local Government

Front

Government of a city, county, town, or village

Back

Veto

Front

Rejection of a bill

Back

State Government

Front

Government of a state

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Congress

Front

-The Legislative Branch of the United States government, made up of the Senate and the House of Representatives.

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Amendment

Front

A change to the Constitution. There are 27 changes to the U.S. Constitution.

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Vote

Front

to elect or choose a government official

Back

Constitution

Front

A written document of the laws of a country. The supreme law of the land.

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Bill

Front

A proposed law

Back

Checks and Balances

Front

A system that allows each branch of government to limit the powers of the other branches in order to prevent too much power in one branch.

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Judicial Branch

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Branch of government that interprets our laws.

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Executive Branch

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Branch of government that enforces the laws (makes sure the citizens follow the laws)

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Government

Front

the governing body of a nation, state, or community.

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Impeachment

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The process of accusing a President of a crime

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National Government

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Government of a country

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Bill of Rights

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The first ten amendments to the Constitution: 1. Freedom of speech, press, religion 2. Right to bear arms 3. No soldiers can not be placed in your home 4. Government can not search your home 5. Right to Remain Silent 6. Right to a speedy trial 7. Right to a trial by jury 8. No cruel or unusual punishment 9. Protect all rights not listed in the Constitution 10. All powers not given to the federal government belong to the states

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