Elections for Congress take place every two years. People 18 and older can vote. (This is true for all U.S. elections.) These elections are important to everyone. This is because Congress makes laws that affect all Americans.
Affect- to change something
direct elections
This phrase refers to the Congressional elections which are held in the even-numbered years between the Presidential elections. (Congressional elections are held every two years.)
By the popular vote within the Congressional District.
congress
Not close.
The two-year period between congressional elections is known as a term. This is the period which the elected officials will hold office.
off-year election
Congressional elections take place every two years. Representatives have two-year terms of office, and Senators have six-year terms.
The peoples taxes on everything
No
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Conservatives most supported the Contract with America during the 1994 congressional elections.