Civics

The Structure of Government - Lessons

Federalists and Anti-Federalists: Federalism Today

Federalists and Anti-Federalists: Federalism Today

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Identify the major arguments made by Federalists and Anti-Federalists during the debate over ratification of the U.S. Constitution ...
Federalism: Should management of elections be left to the states?

Federalism: Should management of elections be left to the states?

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Students will be able to respectfully voice positions regarding the efficacy of federalism regarding elections and recognize the possibility of changing positions in response to better arguments and evidence.
Should the Electoral College be Abolished?

Should the Electoral College be Abolished?

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The Framers believed that the public would not be sufficiently educated or informed to guard demagogues and choose the best candidates.  However, the Framers also feared the undue influence of Congress or state legislature if they chose the President directly.   Consequently, a compromise was struck whereby the President would be elected indirectly by a body that convenes only once every four years.
Who should be President of the United States?

Who should be President of the United States?

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What does the Constitution require for someone to be president of the United States?
Redistricting New Jersey’s Congressional Districts

Redistricting New Jersey’s Congressional Districts

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New Jersey’s unique bipartisan commission processes for both congressional and state legislative redistricting, including the composition and roles of the Redistricting Commission (congressional districts) and the Apportionment Commission (legislative districts) ...