0
US Senators and Representatives
The United States Senate is the upper house of the bicameral legislature of the United States, and together with the United States House of Representatives constitutes the United States Congress. Ask and answer here about the functions, powers, and public lives of US Senators and Representatives.
1,450 Questions
Who was Elizabeth I's husband?
Although she received many proposals and had many potential suitors, Elizabeth chose to never marry or have children. Elizabeth died in 1603, bringing an end to the remarkable Tudor dynasty.
Elizabeth I, as well as Queen, was head of The Church of England, established by her Father, Henry VIII . Most of her suitors were Catholic, and none would subjugate himself to the Churh of England.
Elizabeth the first never married.
Queen Elizabeth 1st had no husband and no children. she was called the virgin queen and had Virginia named after her as America was british.
US politician Bob Barr is 69 years old (birthdate: November 5, 1948).
When was there democratic Senate?
They took and house and senate just over two years a go and shortly after that started saying the economy was bad. Unemployment was at 4.9 them and the Dow was at a all time high so I didn't understand how they could say the economy is bad. After hearing the economy is bad for close to a year, I, like many people I know, decided to stop major purchases (middle of 08), hold on to my money and wait until after the election to see how the economy is doing. Glad we did.
Elizabeth Kucinich, famous for her vegan lifestyle and advocacy for animal rights, is 6 feet tall. She is married to former presidential candidate, Dennis Kucinich.
How many years have the Democrats controlled congress since 1950?
It's easier to answer the question by how many years have the Republicans controlled both houses since 1950...the answer...only four...and two of those four the majority in the Senate was 51-49, a razor thin and actually Democrat controlled since at least four Republican senators were liberal in voting.
Based on the 2010 Census, there are 9 members of the U.S. House of Representatives from Indiana. As of October 2017 they 1st district: Pete Visclosky (D); 2nd district: Jackie Walorski (R); 3rd district: Jim Banks (R); 4th district: Todd Rokita (R); 5th district: Susan Brooks (R); 6th district: Luke Messer (R); 7th district: André Carson (D); 8th district: Larry Bucshon (R); and 9th district: Trey Hollingsworth (R).
R&B singer Charles Kent "Charlie Wilson is 64 years old (birthdate: January 29, 1953).
US politician Charles Wilson was 70 years old when he died on April 14, 2013 (born January 18, 1943).
What was John Glenn's childhood like?
John glenns childhood was a good one for the most part. He grew up in Ohio. His childhood sweetheart was Annie Castor who he later married.
What did john c calhoun write?
nothing really that importannt. he was just another politician. his vews did change tho, in the 1830's on alot of things DILDO
How many Republicans are there in US senate?
until 3 Jan. 2013: 24
(AL#2, CA#36, FL#18, FL#24, IL#13, KS#2, MI#10, MN#6, MO#4, MO#8, NY#19, NY#25, NC#2, NC#5, NC#9, OH#2, SD, TN#6, TN#7, TX#12, WA#3, WA#5, WV#2 & WY)
after 3 Jan. 2013: 20
(AL#2, FL#27, IN#2, IN#5, KS#2, MI#10, MN#6, MO#2, MO#4, MO#8, NC#2, NC#5, SD, TN#6, TN#7, TX#12, WA#3, WA#5, WV#2 & WY)
What are some important people that were part of the Gadsden Purchase?
The Gadsden Purchase was negotiated in 1853 by James Gadsden. Mexico sold the United States a piece of land in what is now Arizona and New Mexico, in exchange for $10 million.
This treaty helped to resolve some unsettled issues from the Mexican-American War and also strengthened the South's claim to the transcontinental railroad (there had been much debate about where this should be located).
Some key people include:
James Gadsden (the U.S. Ambassador to Mexico)
President Franklin Pierce (signed the treaty)
Jefferson Davis (Pierce's Secretary of War, who strongly influenced this agreement)
William Marcy (Pierce's Secretary of State, who instructed Gadsden as to what provisions to push for)
Santa Anna (Mexican president who signed the treaty)
What are the qualifications to be a member of the house of rep?
They must: -be 25 years old or older -have been a U.S. citizen for 4 years -be an inhabitant of the district and state they are being elected to represent They must: -be 25 years old or older -have been a U.S. citizen for 4 years -be an inhabitant of the district and state they are being elected to represent
How did the Kansas-Nebraska Act revive the issue of slavery?
by allowing slavery to spread to areas that had been free for more than 30 years
Where are the lowest priced houses for sale in the United States?
Trona, California, the city with the lowest priced houses in the United States is located less than 100 miles from Death Valley, where the highest temperature ever recorded in the U.S. was set on July 10, 1913. On that day, the temperature in Death Valley reached 134 F. Trona is located in the Mojave Desert on the edge of a dry lake bed called Searless Lake, where a chemical manufacturing plant processes soda ash, potash, and other chemicals from wells that pump slurry from below the dry lake bed into the processing facility. Trona has a population of 1,885, as of the 2005 census, and is known for it's isolation and desolation. The local high school has the only dirt football field in the contiguous United States. (Some schools in Alaska also play on dirt fields.) The little desert town of Trona was the "shopping center" for the infamous Manson family in 1969. Charlie Manson and his so-called "family" lived in the mountains behind Trona, near the ghost town of Ballarat, and visited Trona when they needed supplies. Trona's "claim to fame" are the Trona Pinnacles, the largest collection of tufa towers in the United States. Tufa is a type of calcium carbonate called travertine, that was formed by underground freshwater springs discharging into the prehistoric salt lake. The following houses listed at $25,000 and below, were "For Sale" in Trona as of August 1, 2008. $4950. 2 B.R. 1 Bath single family home in Trona, California. This house is currently in foreclosure. No other information is available. $6,538. 3 B.R. 1 Bath single family home in Trona, California. 1,146 sq. ft. Monthly payment, #31.36. ($5.70 per sq. ft.) $15, 390. Single family home with 3 Bedrooms and 2 Baths in Trona, California. 1,250 sq. ft. ($12.31 per sq. ft.) Currently in foreclosure. $19,900. 2 B.R. 1 Bath single family home in Trona, California on 0.15 acres. 1,024 sq. ft. ($19.43 per sq. ft.) . $20,000. 3 B.R. 1 Bath 850 Sq. ft. single family home on 0.16 acres. Built in 1969. ($23.52 per sq. ft.) Est. monthly payment $95.93. $23,990. 2 B.R. 1 Bath single family home in Trona California. 1,090 sq. ft. ($22.00 per sq. ft.). $24,900. 4 B.R. 2 bath home in Trona California. 842 sq. ft. ($29.57 per sq. ft.) . $25,000. 4 B.R. 1 Bath single family home on over 1/4 acre in Trona California. 1,260 sq. ft. Built in 1937. ($19.84 per sq. ft.) Additional information on Trona can be found by Googling "Trona, California."
What state had the fewest railroads by 1860?
By that time, the Southern states, being less industrial, had less railroads.
Which on specifically I don't know, but the general area had fewer railways.
How many slaughter houses are in the US?
5,700, acording to Wikipedia. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slaughterhouse
Who are the 2 senators of Louisiana?
I believe that it is now David vitter and bill Cassidy for congress. I'm not 100% sure but I'm near certain.
Who was the speaker of the house of representatives in 2003?
I dont know so somebody better answer it besides me :D
How many states were there in 1917?
In 1913, there were forty-eight states in the Union. Alaska became the 49th state on June 30,1958 and Hawaii became the 50th state admitted to the Union on August 21, 1959.
Source(s): Hawiian Government webstite http://hawaii.gov/hawaiiaviation/aviation-photos and Alaskan Government http://www.gov.state.ak.us/ASCC/pdf/Governing%20Alaska%20-%20Alaska%20Celebrates%20Statehood.pdf
Which party currently controls the us house?
Republicans currently control the US House of Representatives. The Constitution grants the House several exclusive powers: the power to initiate revenue bills, to impeach officials, and to elect the President in case of an Electoral College deadlock
How did Daniel Webster get his nickname?
Daniel Webster, acclaimed Whig Senator, public speaker and constitutional lawyer, got his nickname of "Black Dan" as a child. The name came from his unusually dark skin, eyes and hair. This striking appearance impacted his power as a speaker as his intense black eyes, heavy brows and black hair created an imposing figure.
The 25th Amendment deals with what topic?
Agile Health Insurance makes it simple to choose, compare & apply online for affordable Health Insurance from leading Health Insurance Companies with ObamaCare options, Short-Term Health & Dental Insurance too!
cutt.ly/yjiPRif
