...Public strategies that are framed inside the American form of government are fundamental to the lives of United States residents. Public approach is the move that a legislature makes to take care of issues and enhance the personal satisfaction for its residents. Public Policy that is shaped at the elected level are instituted to control industry and business, to ensure nationals, both at home and abroad, to help state and city governments and individuals, for example, with financing projects, and to empower social objectives (Schmidt, Shelley & Bardes,1985). Globalization and Outsourcing is one such public policy issue that has influence on both a local and national level. Policy is figured with animated inclusion from vested parties. These gatherings unite pioneers and specialists to characterize and examine an issue and to achieve agreement on the issue. A few gatherings will campaign on a specific issue while others will do research and prepare to debate the issues. Congress, the President, the Cabinet, elected officials, courts, political gatherings, vested parties, the media, all interact and influence public policy choices in the United States. Public approach is an objective blueprint that the administration follows in managing issues in the nation (Cole, 1975). Public approaches are dependent upon law, yet numerous individuals other than officials set them. People, aggregations, and even government organizations that don't follow procedure can be punished. This...
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...American Government II Federal preemption, displacement of U.S. state law by U.S. Federal law. "Preemption" is also sometimes used in the United States to refer to the displacing effect state laws might have on ordinances enacted by municipalities, especially in the context of alcoholic beverage laws, gun laws, and in the area of FDA approved pharmaceuticals. A technique of Congress to establish federal regulations. Total preemption rests on the national governments power under the supremacy and commerce clauses to preempt conflicting state and local activity. Building on this constitutional authority, federal law in certain areas entirely preempts state and local governments from the field. Sometimes federal law provides for partial preemption in establishing basic policies but requires states to administer them. Some programs give states an option not to participate, but if a state chooses not to do so, the national government steps in and runs the program. Even worse from the state’s point of view is mandatory partial preemption, in which the national government requires states to act on peril of losing other funds but provides no funds to support state action. An unfunded mandate is a statute or regulation that requires a state or local government, or private individuals or organizations, to perform certain actions, yet provides no money for fulfilling the requirements. When a federal government imposes a law or regulation without necessary funding, for example...
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...Amercians exercise for Chapter 9 for this activtiy. Chapter 9 is all about political parties and the people that represent those parties. Our book focuses on 3 main parties all though there are more the most imporant ones are covered here. The book uses a series of charts on page 365 to show us who makes up these parties. The chart breaks it down into these catagories age, gender, race, income, education, and region that they live in. The statistics are quite suprising in some ways. The perecent of black people that are democratic as opposed to republicians is alarming, 86% of black people are democrats only 7% are repubilcan. In fact the only ethnicity that has a higher percentage of reublicans is white. Another interesting stat is that Americans making over 75,000 dollars per year are almost equal in perecentage of republicans to democrats. I would have expected that a significantly larger portion of people in that bracket would be republican. Another interesting statistic i noticed was that the older we get the more likley we are to be republicans. Due to the current eeconomic situation of the country I feal it is more likley that the democratic party will see more growth in the near future. I am a white male and I grew up in a rural small town in the south and i was raised a christian, I currently make less then 20,000 dollars per year, I am working on achieving my college education. The statistics show that i have a pretty high percentage of being a democrat but I am far from...
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...The timeline of American history boasts a vibrant array of accomplishments, though the greatest accomplishment rests at the is implementation of a democratic government. The American Constitution was revolutionary for its time, consisting of a counterintuitive theory; government is strong by being theoretically weak. American government and America itself are only as powerful as its people allow. The strength of America belongs to the people. Therefore, American citizens have been awarded the responsibility to shape and direct government and society. Since the foundation of America rests on the American citizens, the success of the nation is based upon the individual beliefs of American citizens and the subsequent implementation thereof. By majority rule, American citizens have the power to outline the moral stance our nation presents through decisions concerning civil rights. Unfortunately, humanity is known to be morally fallible, and evidences of human failures are dispersed throughout American history. Perhaps the most shameful evidence is the approval...
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...Brittany Meppelink Survey of American Government Analysis #1 Summary of “Obama and the Death of Federalism” In the article, “Obama and the Death of Federalism”, Robert Robb stated that today, the lines between federal government and the state and local governments are hopelessly blurred together. The Democratic and Republican Parties acquire nothing good of the federal government in today’s society. During the presidency of Ronald Reagan, Reagan wanted to organize the blob- the state government operated as service delivery mechanisms for the federal social welfare programs resulting in no political accountability- with his new federalism plan. Sadly no agreements were made, so the plan never processed through. To this day, President Obama proposes to feed the blob. Between the state and local communities, they have more knowledge and insight on how to do things efficiently and correctly than the federal government. In conclusion, the federal government is broke resulting in harming the American economy. Reaction of “Obama and the Death of Federalism” This article made me very upset. Why do we have a federal government when all its doing is threatening the American economy and being selfish about its self rather than contributing to the state and local governments? Robert Robb makes a good point when he stated “if there’s loose change to be had… reduce the deficit, not further expand its reach.” I think if the federal government wants to shape up then it needs...
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...Sean Flores Mr. Drummond American Government December 1, 2015 The fight for rights and freedoms for African Americans has been a long and painful one. It goes all the way back to the pre-civil war area were all African Americans were slaves around white civilian households. During that time it was normal to have slaves but little did they know a civil war and reconstruction would occur that would help slowly lead to change in the way of life for not only African Americans but also white civilians. Some states will fight to keep their right to contain slaves while others fight to free them but eventually slowly it will lead to how we know African Americans today which is U.S. Citizens. Pre-civil war slaves had little to no rights. They were bought from their mainland and then sold here on U.S. soil for usually labor purposes. They would work on huge plantations such as tobacco, cotton, and rice plantations. These were mainly in the south because these plantations required a lot of labor but in the north it didn’t become as widespread because there were little farms and people made a living off of manufacturing goods. During this time people would defend slavery by saying it was a necessary evil or that it was a good thing to have slaves because it helped everyone involved. This would cause some friction between people in the north who thought slavery was wrong and people in the south who relied on slavery to run their plantations. Even though slowly congress would try...
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...American Government Course Syllabus Galileo Academy of Science and Technology Mr. Seligson Spring 2012-2013 seligsonw@galileoweb.org Course Description: This semester long course is designed to allow students to explore the fundamentals of our American government system, California’s government and comparative political and economic systems. We will explore the world around us by analyzing readings, current events, by producing projects and presentations and by participating in debates and class discussions. Text: Magruder’s American Government, by William A. McClenaghan, 2006 Requirements: Respect: Towards your instructor, your classmates, our school and community and most importantly yourself. Without respect it will be impossible to for any of us to succeed in this class. Class Participation: This is essential to the success of the class. Try to have some fun, get involved, it will make the class more enjoyable for everyone. Excessive absences and or tardiness will have a negative effect on your grade. Materials: you need to come to class prepared Homework: All homework will be turned in at the beginning of class. Work turned in late will be penalized 50% and will not be accepted if more than 3 days late. Tests and Quizzes: Usually given at the end of each section or unit. Please inform me if you are going to be absent on the day of a test. If you are absent on the day of a test you will be expected to make up...
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...At first glance you may think that the American Government and the Republic of Korea have completely different governments. It is understanding to think so considering the completely different cultures these two countries have. If I told you any different would you believe me,maybe, maybe not. You may not believe me but when South Korea gained its independence in 1945 the people of South Korea modeled their government after the United States government. Of course there are all sorts of differences to go along with the similarities our two countries have.While both the United States of America and the Republic of Korea have presidents that lead their countries, as well as three branches to their government there are some differences to their branches. Let us explore those similarities and differences these two allies have. The United States of America can classify under a few different types of government. The first type would be a democratic presidential system. The second option is a constitutional federal republic. Finally the final option would be a Liberal democracy. All these options mean we have an elected president as the head of state that leads the...
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...their creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. That to secure these rights, governments are institute among men, deriving their just powers from the consent of he governed.That whenever any form of government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the right of the people to alter or abolish it, and to institute a new government.” (Declaration of Independence) The government is made to govern us, and to protect our rights. It has the responsibility of fulfilling the needs of the people. If the government doesn’t do right by the people, they have the right to start there own government. Based upon the Declaration of Independence this is not how King George III saw it out to be. He was a man who had taken away many rights from the colonists as well as not wanting to pass or sign any laws to keep peace. Inside of the Declaration of Independence are a list of complaints against King George III made by the Colonists. The colonists had complaints such as taxes put on sugar,tea, documents, etc., and complaints about how they were forced to house soldiers in there homes. The King and the colonist could not come to an agreement so they were forced to separate. The colonists then wanted to start there own government and declare independence from Great Britain. This resulted in the American Revolution, where the colonists won there independence from the British people. John Locke was one of the philosophers of the Social Contract...
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...Lee Watson34 American Government June 16, 2015 “American Government Policy: Who’s Power” American Government Policy Government entities are very difficult to handle when it comes to Americans and their lives and families. Since most laws are made by the House of Representatives and the parties that company them. The power shift is moved to the direction of the House of Representatives that can make decisions based on the minority of parties that are involved in the act. Even if the decisions are made by the president of the United States, they still can be voided by the house it’s self if one third of the house agrees. That includes all individuals of the United States which are effected by the laws and acts that are being placed on the American people today. All legislative power is in the congress who has the authority to make any laws into effect that they see that are necessary to the United States. Many of the country's leaders at the time, had become dissatisfied with the structure of the government that was created by the Articles of Confederation, which had been in effect since 1781. The executive power that is vested in the president only holds much weight when it comes to the house and legislators who are in term at the appointed time. In text: The judicial Power of the United States, shall be vested in one Supreme Court, and in such inferior Courts as the Congress may from time to time ordain and establish. (U.S. Const. art. III, § 1). ...
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...The United States Constitution A list of laws that a country and its people must follow. Organizes the government Tells the states how they will work together and what rights they have. Tells the people what rights they have. Most important document in America! The Preamble to the United States Constitution We the people of the United States, in order to form a more perfect union, establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general welfare, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America. The United States is a Democratic Republic The United States is the oldest continuously functioning democracy in the world Democracy – A style of government in which people vote in elections to choose their leaders. Republic – A style of government where the people retain control over the government and the head of the government is not a monarch. Balance of Power Writers of the Constitution wanted to make sure no group would become too powerful. They, therefore, created 3 branches of government, each with their own power. So the U.S. has a strong central government but a balance of power. Three Main Branches Checks and Balances Legislative Branch United States Capitol Membership Senate Two from each state. 6 year terms. Must be at least 30 years old Must be a U.S. citizen for 9 years House of Representatives Based on...
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...AMERICAN GOVERNMENT Citizen Participation: Chapters 7 – 12 “Nobody will ever deprive the American people of the right to vote except the American people themselves and the only way they could do this is by not voting.” 32nd four-term (1933-1945) U.S. President Franklin Delano Roosevelt In this great democracy, the United States of America, there are twin pillars of our free society: individual freedoms and citizen participation. Chapters seven through twelve addresses citizen participation. Democracy is a political (governmental) system that began in ancient Greece. The early Greeks believed that all eligible voters not should, but must participate in government for there to truly be a system reflecting the will of its people. Although today few if any democracies have full participation, citizen involvement in politics is paramount. It is essential. Chapters seven through twelve examines the history, reasons and ways that citizens participate in American Democracy. Citizen participation is “front and center” in any democracy. Voting is among the many ways citizens can participate in their democracy. Voting is essential because it determines who will govern and control a society. Today across America we witness the rewrite of voting laws. Many state general assemblies/legislatures are passing laws that are viewed as restricting the “right to vote.” Such laws may require proof of personal identification when voting or prohibiting voting on Sundays. However...
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...Is the Use of the Habeas Corpus Helping or Hurting the War on Terror Brandy Hudson POL201: American National Government Instructor: Spencer Walsh 08/04/2014 Habeas Corpus originated in English common law as a means to protect individuals from illegal detention. Modern day, habeas corpus is mainly used as a solution prior to conviction for state and federal prisoners who challenge the legality of the application of federal laws that were used in judicial proceedings that resulted in the detainment of the individual ( Kavarsky,2014). This essay will examine the evolution of habeas corpus in the United States, how it affects civil liberties, and its effects on the war on terror. The most famous habeas corpus case was that of slave Dred Scott, who attempted to sue for his freedom. Earlier another slave by the name of James Somersett ran away from his master while in England. He was later captured but supporters obtained a writ of habeas corpus that required his captors to produce Sommersett in court where he sued for his freedom. Almost a century later, Dred Scott petitioned the U.S Federal Courts for a writ of habeas corpus. It was granted and later upheld in a court of appeals in 1857, in one of the most controversial cases in American history. The Supreme Court ruled Scott Seven to Two. The court found that no slave or descendent of a slave could be an American citizen, and so Scott was not considered a “person” within the purview of the constitution. Therefore...
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...1. Define due process and its origins. Due process is defined as the administration of justice according to established rules and principles; based on the principle that a person cannot be deprived of life or liberty or property without appropriate legal procedures and safeguards. (Wilson, James Q. (2009). American Government (9th Edition). Ohio: Strayed University.) The origin of due process is generally understood to be found in chapter 39 of the Magna Carta. It is also found in the fifth and fourteenth amendments. Due process is cherished by conservatives as one as the most significant legal principles to emerge from the English common law tradition. (Carey, George W. (May 10, 2001). Due Process. In First Principles Journal. Retrieved November 4, 2012, from http://www.firstprinciplesjournal.com/articles.aspx?article=867&theme=home&loc=b). The fourteenth Amendment states: The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized. The fifth Amendment states: No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury . . . nor shall any person be subject for the same offence to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor...
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...Chapter 14 1. During the nomination campaign, the candidates target party leaders and interest groups. This is the time for the candidates to learn that a single phrase could end the campaign or guarantee a defeat. The media take much less notice of mistakes at this time than in the general election campaign. A danger not always heeded by candidates during the nomination campaign is that a candidate can move too far left or right and appear too extreme to the electorate. If a candidate tries too hard to appeal to the interests of party elites, they jeopardize their chances of winning the election. An example of this is the election of 1964 when Barry Goldwater went too far right and lost the presidential election. 2. After earning the party’s nomination, candidates embark on the general election campaign, or the phase of a political campaign aimed at winning election to office. Unlike the nomination campaign, where candidates must run against each other, during the general election campaign, candidates in partisan elections run against nominees from other political parties. All eligible voters, regardless of political party, have the opportunity to vote. For this reason, candidates are more likely to move their positions on political issues toward the ideological center. The length of the general election campaign varies from state to state. 3. Paid staff, political consultants, and volunteers work behind the scenes to support the candidate. Collectively, they plan...
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