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| Constitution of Coahuila y Tejas (TX as a Mexican state) |
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| Constitution of the republic (independent TX) |
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| Constitution of 1845 (under which TX was admitted to the us) |
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| Civil war constitution (constitution of the confederacy) |
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| Constitution of 1866 (Readmitted to the union) |
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| Reconstruction constitution (pushed by the radical reconstructionists, reflected their views not the views of the Texas people. Identified by a strong state government and less of an emphasis on local government) |
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| Texas constitution: Current heavily amended constitution which is known for being an anti-government constitution it heavily restricts the powers of the government |
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| Constitutional Convention proposal that created a house proportionate to population and a senate in which all states were equally represented. |
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| Constitutional proposal supported by convention delegates from large states |
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| Small-state proposal for constitutional reform |
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| Articles of Confederation |
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| The first (1781-1789) basic governing document of the US and forerunner to the constitution |
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| A system of government in which different institutions exercise the different components of governmental power |
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| First document in colonial America which the people gave their express consent to be governed |
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| Fifth amendment provision that prohibits prosecution for the same offence twice |
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| Legal standard that says illegally obtained evidence can not be admitted in court. |
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| The 13,14, and 15th amendments which abolished slavery, redefined civil rights and liberties, and guaranteed the right to vote to all adult male citizens |
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| The belief that the citizen can make a difference in politics by expressing an opinion or acting politically |
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| The end result of all the processes by which social groups give individuals their beliefs and values |
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| A system of beliefs in which one or more organizing principles connect the individual's views on a wide range of particular issues |
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| When one party holds the presidency but does not control both houses of congress |
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| Election that marks the emergence of a new lasting alignment of partisan support within the electorate |
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| Occurs when the pattern of group support for political parties shifts in a significant and lasting way |
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| A statement of a party's positions on the major issues of the day |
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| Occurs when a voter selects candidates of different parties at the same election |
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| Organization or association of people with common interests that engages in politics on behalf of its members |
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| Problem that arises when people can enjoy the benefits of group activity without bearing any of the costs |
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| Found in the fifth and fourteenth amendments to the constitution, forbids deprivation of life liberty or property without due process of law |
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| First Justice of the Supreme Court |
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| House representatives are elected every 2 years |
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| Must be 25 years old, US Citizen for 7 years, a resident of the state you represent |
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| Senator, each state has 2 |
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| 30 years old, US Citizen for 9 years, Resident of the state you were elected in |
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| Article 1 Sec 8 clause 18 |
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| necessary and proper clause |
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| writ of habeus corpus may not be revoked (writ of liberty) aka, can't be detained illegally. |
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| Born in the US, 35 years old, Must have resided in the US for at least 14 years |
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| Recess appointments can be made by the President when the Senate is not in session |
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| Every state has a right to a "republican form of government", protection from invasion and, upon request, internal uprisings. |
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| 2/3 of both houses of congress can ratify amendments to the constitution of necessary. Also requires the consent of 3/4 of the states |
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| Is never the right answer on this test |
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| Aka The first ten amendments |
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| Freedom of Religion, Speech, Press, Assembly, Petition |
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| Unlawful search and seizure |
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| Due Process, Self Incrimination, Eminent domain, Double Jeopardy |
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| Speedy trial, right to legal representation, confront your accuser |
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| Cruel and unusual punishment/excessive bail/fines |
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| More rights exist than listed here (Unenumerated rights) |
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| The powers not delegated to the US by the constitution belong to the states or the people |
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| Naturalization and Citizenship confirmed |
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| Voting rights granted to former slaves |
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| Senators to be elected by the people instead of appointed |
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| Congress, sessions, terms, and death/disqualification of the president elect |
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| No tax can be levied as a requirement to vote (Poll tax) |
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| Presidential succession/Filling a VP vacancy |
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| The minimum age to vote can not be greater than 18 |
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