Blog

What did the Civil Rights Act of 1964 aim to accomplish?

Following the terrorist attacks of 9/11, President George W. Bush’s approval rating peaked. What is the name for this type of temporary increase in presidential approval ratings?

What portion of votes does a candidate have to gain to win an election using plurality voting?

Which type of committee resolves differences between versions of a bill passed by each chamber of Congress?

Caucuses and primaries are used to nominate presidential candidates more widely than they were in the past. Who does this shift empower in the election process?

What group’s demographic makeup is reflected by elected officials under descriptive representation?

What is a big plus of going to group therapy?

What are pardons, reprieves, and amnesty used to do?

Which governing body is led by the Speaker?

What is the 14th Amendment clause that prohibits states from unreasonable discrimination of the law?