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- 7. Powers explicitly and clearly granted to a government, most commonly the federal government, through a written constitution.
- 8. A tactic in the U.S. Senate where one or more senators delay or block a vote on legislation by prolonging debate.
- 10. A group of people appointed for a specific function, typically consisting of members of a larger group.
- 11. Having two branches or chambers of a legislative body.
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- 1. Congress, which is responsible for writing and passing federal laws.
- 2. Being a voting member of a community or organization and having the power to appoint or elect.
- 3. powers Governmental authorities that are not explicitly listed in the Constitution but are considered necessary and proper for carrying out the government's enumerated powers.
- 4. An estimate of income and expenditure for a set period of time.
- 5. Use one's authority to reject or cancel.
- 6. A formal discussion on a particular topic in a public meeting or legislative assembly, in which opposing arguments are put forward.
- 9. An amount of money owed for goods supplied or services rendered, set out in a printed or written statement of charges.
- 12. A group of people seeking to influence politicians or public officials on a particular issue.