Study Guide; Political Parties, Voting, and Elections – Flashcards
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Left
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Liberal (Republic)
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Middle
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Moderate (most Americans)
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Right
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Conservative (Democratic)
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Explain how the high cost of campaigning has affected American elections
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It gives an advantage to the wealthy.
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Explain the difference between a third party and the two major parties and how a third party can affect the outcome of an election.
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Third parties cab rarely win elections but take votes from both parties. Third parties often revolve off a particular issue and introduce new ideas.
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What are the qualifications needed to vote in VA?
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18 years old, US citizen, VA resident
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When does voter registration end for people who want to register to vote in Virginia?
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22 days before election
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What are the three ways a person can register to vote in Virginia?
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online, in-person, mail-in
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Characteristic of a person who are most likely to vote?
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Age, Educated, Income
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Reasons why people do not vote?
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Lack of interest, failure, to register, wont be near precinct
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Where can you go if you will not be near your precinct?
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Absentee ballot
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What are the steps of the electoral process?
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Declaration of intent, Primary. caucus, campaign trail, national convention, election day, inauguration
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How many electoral votes does VA have?
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13
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How are electoral votes determined?
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State reps plus senators
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How many electoral votes are needed to win the majority of votes?
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at least 270 votes
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When is election? Month and day of week?
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November, first Tuesday, every 4 years
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How does mass media shape public opinions and the role mass media play in the election process?
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Identifying candidates, emphasizing selected voting issues, broadcasts different P.O.V'S, openly discusses and criticizes politicans
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What does PAC stand for?
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Political action commite
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How is a super PAC different?
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They can accept money from people union and corps.
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How can citizens make informed decisions about when they are constantly influenced?
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Separate facts from opinions, Look out for bias, evaluate the source of information, identity/ recognize propaganda
