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15 Cards in this Set
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Mass Media
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Forms of communication, including printed publications, radio, television, and most recently, the internet.
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Imperial Presidency
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A term refering to the President as an emperor, taking strong actions without consulting Congress or seeking it's approval.
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Oath of Office
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A provision the President swears to on the day he takes office.
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Executive Order
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A directive, rule, or regulation that has the effect of a law.
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Ordinance Power
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The power of the Constitution and the acts of Congress.
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Treaty
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A formal agreement between two or more soveregin states.
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Executive Agreement
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A pact between the President and the head of a forgien state, or between their subordinates.
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Recognition
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The President, acting for the United States, aknowledges the legal existance of that country and its government.
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Persona Non Grata
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An unwelcome person.
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Line-Item Veto
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The power given to the President to cancel specific dollar amounts (line items) in spending bills enacted in Congress.
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Reprieve
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The postponement of the execution of a sentance.
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Pardon
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Legal forgiveness of a crime.
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Clemency
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Mercy or leniency that may be used in federal cases.
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Commutation
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The power to commute (reduce) the length of a sentance or fine inposed by a court.
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Amnesty
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The power of pardoning.
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