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Congress, Bicameral - Coggle Diagram
Congress
Functions of Congress
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Lawmaking
Majority of bills originate in the executive branch, not the legislative
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Representation
Must balance the demands/desires of home district constituents while representing larger national interests
Trustee view
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Will vote against the wishes of constituents if conscience and national needs as a whole outweigh them
Instructed delegate view
Member is an agent of voters who elected them and thus votes according to their views as opposed to personal beliefs
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Oversight
Process by which Congress follows up on the laws the've enacted ensure they're being administered/enforced as intended
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Powers of congress
Most important domestic Congressional powers listed in Art. I, Sec. 8
Right to collect taxes, spend, and regulate commerce
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