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Study political science concepts using interactive flashcards designed for quick revision and better retention. These flashcards help you review key terms, definitions, and theories used in political studies.

Explore political science flashcard decks covering topics such as political ideologies, forms of government, international organizations, and policy concepts.

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African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) Overview

This deck covers the key concepts, objectives, and structure of the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM), an initiative established by the African Union to monitor governance among its member states.

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Paradoxes of Security: A Critical Examination

This deck explores the paradoxes inherent in the pursuit of security, questioning its promotion as an unqualified good and examining the attendant costs of its pursuit. It covers six paradoxes: security pursues risk reduction but presumes the persistence of crime, the expansion of security has enlar...

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11 Northeast States & Capitals & Abbreviations

This flashcard set lists the 11 states in the Northeastern region of the United States, along with their official postal abbreviations and state capitals. It's a helpful tool for memorizing U.S. geography and government-related facts.

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Open door policy and others

These flashcards cover significant U.S. foreign policy initiatives from the late 19th to early 20th century, including the Open Door Policy, Roosevelt Corollary, and others. They provide a concise overview of how the U.S. engaged with the world through trade, diplomacy, and influence.

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AP® U.S. Government - U.S. Presidents

George Washington served as the first President of the United States from April 30, 1789, to March 4, 1797. He had no political party affiliation and set many precedents for the presidency.

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AP® U.S. Government - Foreign and Military Policy

Foreign policy refers to a country's strategy in dealing with other nations. It involves decisions and actions related to diplomacy, trade, defense, and international relations. For example, U.S. foreign policy focuses on managing America's relationships with other countries.

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AP® U.S. Government - Domestic and Economic Policy

Domestic policy includes all laws, programs, and government actions that address issues within a country. It covers areas like healthcare, education, and economic regulation to manage internal affairs.

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AP® U.S. Government - Civil Liberties

Civil liberties are individual freedoms that limit government power and protect citizens from government overreach. These rights—like freedom of religion and the right to bear arms—are guaranteed by the Bill of Rights to ensure personal freedoms.

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AP® U.S. Government - Civil Rights

Civil rights are protections and privileges granted by the government to ensure equal treatment and prevent discrimination based on factors like race, gender, or ethnicity. Unlike civil liberties, which are basic freedoms, civil rights focus on guaranteeing fairness and equality in society.

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AP® U.S. Government - The Judiciary

Statutory law refers to laws written and enacted by legislative bodies. These laws are formally passed statutes, such as one making it illegal to harm protected species like the American bald eagle.

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AP® U.S. Government - The Bureaucracy

A bureaucracy is a complex administrative system made up of appointed officials. It operates with a clear hierarchy, specialized jobs, and formal rules to manage government functions efficiently.

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AP® U.S. Government - The Presidency

To serve as President, a person must be a natural-born U.S. citizen, at least 35 years old, and have lived in the United States for a minimum of 14 years. These requirements are set by the Constitution to ensure experience and national loyalty.

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AP® U.S. Government - Congress

Article I of the U.S. Constitution established the legislative branch, known as Congress. It outlines the structure, powers, and responsibilities of the House of Representatives and the Senate, granting them the authority to make federal laws.

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AP® U.S. Government - The Media

Mass media includes various forms of communication—like TV, radio, newspapers, and the Internet—that reach large audiences. It plays a key role in shaping public opinion and informing citizens about political events and issues.

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AP® U.S. Government - Interest Groups

A linkage institution is a structure that connects citizens to the government, helping their concerns become political issues. Key examples include political parties, interest groups, and the media.

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AP® U.S. Government - Campaigns and Elections

Suffrage is the legal right to vote in political elections. In the U.S., suffrage has expanded over time to include nearly all citizens aged 18 and older.

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AP® U.S. Government - Political Parties

A political party is an organized group of people with shared political beliefs and goals. Its main purpose is to gain political power by winning elections and influencing government policy.

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AP® U.S. Government - Political Participation

Political culture refers to the shared beliefs, values, and norms about how government and politics should function. In the U.S., it includes ideas like respect for the rule of law, democratic processes, and peaceful transitions of power.

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AP® U.S. Government - Public Opinion

This deck covers key concepts related to public opinion in U.S. government, including definitions, polling methods, political ideologies, and demographic influences on political beliefs.

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AP® U.S. Government - Federalism

Federalism is a system of government where power is shared between a national government and state governments. In the U.S., both levels have their own responsibilities and authority, working together under the Constitution.

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AP® U.S. Government - The Constitution

The original purpose of the Philadelphia Convention in 1787 was to revise the Articles of Confederation. However, the delegates soon chose to create an entirely new Constitution, establishing a stronger federal government.

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AP® U.S. Government - Foundations of the U.S. Government

An absolute monarchy grants the monarch unlimited power, with no legal or constitutional restraints (e.g., Saudi Arabia). A constitutional monarchy, on the other hand, limits the monarch’s power through a constitution or laws, often placing real political power in the hands of elected officials (e....

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US Government AP - The Media

Mass media includes all communication channels—like TV, newspapers, radio, the Internet—used to reach and inform large groups of people. Both bureaucracy and mass media are called “The Fourth Branch of Government” because bureaucracy creates rules that affect laws, and media shapes public awareness ...

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US Government AP - Interest Groups and Political Action Committees

These groups focus on protecting and promoting the financial and job-related interests of their members, like AARP for older Americans or SEIU for service workers.

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US Government AP - Campaigns and Elections

When the Constitution was ratified, voting rights were limited mostly to white male property owners. Over time, especially in the early 1800s, most states removed property requirements, expanding suffrage to more white men.

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US Government AP - Political Parties

There were no political parties when the Constitution was enacted in 1789. However, by the end of George Washington’s presidency, parties had formed around key leaders like Hamilton (Federalist) and Jefferson (Democratic-Republican).

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US Government AP - Public Opinion and Polling

Public opinion is the collective attitudes or beliefs held by the general population about issues, leaders, institutions, or policies. Polling is the most reliable method for measuring public opinion, especially when the poll uses scientific sampling to fairly represent the population.

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US Government AP - Political Beliefs and Behaviors

Political culture is the shared set of beliefs, values, and norms about how political and economic life should function. In the U.S., this includes respect for democratic processes like peaceful transfers of power.

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US Government AP - Foreign Policy

Branch Responsible for Foreign Policy: The executive branch holds the most responsibility for foreign policy, primarily through the president and the secretary of state.

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US Government AP - Domestic Policy

Domestic Policy: Domestic policy refers to decisions and actions taken by a government to address issues within its own country, such as healthcare, education, and the economy. Expansion of Federal Role: The federal government's role in domestic policy expanded significantly during the Great Depress...

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US Government AP - Civil Liberties and Civil Rights

Civil liberties are fundamental freedoms, like freedom of religion and speech, that protect individuals from government overreach; they are guaranteed by the Bill of Rights. Civil rights are government-granted protections that ensure equal treatment under the law, such as protection from discriminat...

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US Government AP - Important Supreme Court Cases

Marbury v. Madison (1803) established judicial review, giving courts the power to declare laws unconstitutional, strengthening the judiciary's role. McCulloch v. Maryland (1819) affirmed implied powers of Congress and ruled that states cannot tax federal institutions, reinforcing federal supremacy.

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US Government AP - The Bureaucracy

The executive branch includes departmental agencies, which operate under cabinet departments, and independent agencies, which function outside of them. The cabinet consists of 15 federal executive departments, each led by a secretary (except Justice, led by the attorney general) appointed by the pre...

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US Government AP - The Judicial Branch

Statutory law is created by legislatures through formal statutes; for example, laws protecting endangered species like the bald eagle. Common law is based on judicial decisions and precedents, especially when no statute directly applies to a case.

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US Government AP - The Executive Branch

The president serves a four-year term, designed to balance stability and accountability in government. To be president, a person must be at least 35 years old, a natural-born U.S. citizen, and have lived in the U.S. for at least 14 years.

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US Government AP - The Legislative Branch

Article I of the Constitution establishes the legislative branch, outlining its structure and powers. The number of House representatives per state is based on population, determined by the census every 10 years, with a total cap of 435 representatives. Each state has at least one.

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US Government AP - Federalism

Delegated powers are specific powers granted to the national government by the Constitution, such as regulating interstate commerce and establishing post offices. Implied powers are not explicitly stated but are reasonably inferred from delegated powers, supported by the Necessary and Proper Clause—...

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US Government AP - The Constitution

Article II of the Constitution establishes the executive branch, outlining the powers and duties of the president, such as commanding the military, making treaties, and appointing officials with Senate approval. It also defines the Electoral College, the system used to elect the president, which was...

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US Government AP - Foundations of the U.S. Government

This deck covers key concepts and historical events that shaped the foundations of the U.S. government, including definitions of government types, influential documents, and pivotal moments leading to the drafting of the U.S. Constitution.

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Reputation in Othello – Key Quotes & Analysis

This flashcard set examines the theme of reputation in Othello, revealing how characters’ social standing, employment, and trustworthiness depend on public perception. Key quotes explore how reputation can be earned, assumed, or manipulated—and how its loss can bring downfall. Ideal for revising cha...

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