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3. System that elects the president
5. Government authority divided into legislative, executive, and judicial branches
6. How people acquire political beliefs-family
7. Respect for precedent
9. Division of power between national and state governments
10. Groups Organizations influencing policy
11. President ignores bill at end of session so it dies
12. Used by parties to select nominees
17. Directive from the President with force of law
18. Courts avoid overturning laws unless clearly unconstitutional
20. Heads of executive departments advising the president
21. Power comes from the people
22. 435 members; 2-year terms; originates revenue bills

1. Senate tactic to delay or block legislation-"talking a bill to death"
2. Each branch can limit the others
4. Government is restricted by law (Constitution)
8. Most legislative work done in committees
13. 100 members; 6-year terms; confirms appointments & treaties
14. Presidential rejection of a bill
15. Court can strike down unconstitutional lawsJudicial Activism Courts interpreting Constitution in new ways to address problems
16. Donates money to candidates
19. to end a filibuster (60 votes)