American Democracy Now, 2nd Edition (Harrison)Chapter 11:
CongressLearning ObjectivesHaving studied this chapter, students should be able to do each of the following:
- Explain how Congress was structured by the framers.
- Describe factors affecting congressional elections.
- Describe the sources of congressional power.
- Compare and contrast features of the House and the Senate.
- Explain the legislative process in detail.
- Describe the leadership positions in the House and Senate.
- Compare Congress's demographics with those of constituents.
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