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What is the most common form of county government in Georgia?
Voting/Voters-The major influence on government decision-making is made at the polls on election day by people who vote.
What is a association of voters with broad common interests who want to control decision making by the government by electing the party's candidates to public office called?
a politiucal party
Did the framers help to create the US government?
A democratic republic - a government in which voters elect representatives to do the every day business of government and decision making.
How would the secret ballot increase the influence of the masses in government in the late nineteenth century?
A persons vote would be kept secret, therefore no one would intimidate or bribe the voters decision
How do voters influence Congress?
yes
What is a special election in which voters approve or reject a law?
A special election in which voters approve or reject a law is known as a referendum. It allows the citizens to directly participate in the decision-making process on a specific policy or law proposed by the government. The outcome of the referendum is determined by a majority vote, either approving or rejecting the proposed law.
What statement best describes a similarity between a democracy and a republic?
Both get their sovereignty from their citizens.
How might a political action committe influence government?
Political Action Committees also known as PACs or Super PACs influence voters because of their monetary power. These groups are now allowed to collect unlimited amounts of money to support politicians, parties, or causes. This means they influence voters through things like TV commercials and other forms of advertising.
In what way can American voters bring about changes in their government?
By holding speeches, making encouraging websites, and travelling around and talking to people about it.
What type of ballot voters say yes or no?
A yes or no ballot is known as a "referendum" where voters express their approval or disapproval on a specific issue or proposal. This type of ballot is used to gauge public opinion on a particular matter before making a decision.
How does the media influence voters and public opinion?
They speak the truth.
What is the definition for democratic government?
A government that listens to the wishes of the voters.
