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American Government, each branch of government has its own…
American Government
Forms Of Government
Parliamentary systems
A system of governance in which the head of the government (the executive) is chosen by the legislature (updated system that takes away the concept “Winner Takes All”, they use a proportional system)
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Oligarchy
a small group of people having control of a country, organization, or institution (ruled by a few people)
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Democracy
a system of government by the whole population or all the eligible members of a state, typically through elected representatives (people)
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Checks and Balances
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Notation/Appointment
The Appointments Clause gives the executive branch and the President, not Congress, the power to appoint federal officials
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Legislative
Congress
House of Representatives
elected every 2 years, must be 25 years old- lower house based on states population
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Senate
Elected every 6 years. Must be at least 30 years old, must have been a US citizen for at least 9 years, and must live in the state they represent. 100 total senates. (equal representation)
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