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What is the minority leader? |
The elected leader of the party holding less than a majority of the seats in the House or Senate. |
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What is impeachment? |
The charging of a governmental official (President or other) with "treason, bribery, or other high crimes and misdemeanors" and bringing him/her before congress to determine guilt |
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What is a trustee? |
A representative who votes based on what he or she thinks is best for his or her constituency |
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What is casework? |
An effort by members of congress to gain the trust and support of constituents by providing personal services |
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What is standing committee? |
A permanent legislative committee that considers legislation within its designated subject area; the basic unit of deliberation in the House and the Senate |
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What is executive agreement? |
An agreement between the president and another country that has the force of a treaty but does not require the Senate's "advice and consent" |
