In the How a Member Votes module, this simulation was based on the voting of “yay” or “nay” on a bill. The bill was about flag desecration, which Wikipedia defines as “a term applied to the desecration of flags or flag protocol, a various set of acts that intentionally destroy, damage or mutilate a flag in public.” Often, this action is intended to make a political point against a country or its policies. In this process, I voted “yay” to yay pass the bill. The reasons behind my decisions are plentiful.
In the simulation, there were many different outlooks on the situation. Karen Albright states that, “We have been through a terrible civil war, two world wars, depressions, and riots without having to compromise the fundamental principles of …show more content…
Several bills are introduced, over 9,000. From minor bills that would impact only a few people, to major bills that can alter the course of the nation. On both sides, the House and the Senate, the bill is introduced as the first step. Subcommittees will usually do the overview of the bills before anything else, also on both sides, the House and the Senate. It is said that only 1 of 6 bills get through the full committee, which is the toughest step. Next, rules may be set in place on the amending of a bill. Floor and house need to agree on the bill, which leads the House and the Senate to debate, leaving the choice of amendment on the votes that pass. All differences between the house version and the bill must come to a compromise at this point. In the textbook, it states “Of course the ability to do this depends on the extent of differences in the two versions of the bill and the closeness of the votes in committee and in the full chambers.” Since these two chambers are fully equal in power, both of the chambers have to agree and be able to come together. In this step, both the House and the Senate compromise and vote on approving the bill. The bill is then sent to the President, and if signed, it becomes law. If vetoed, Congress can override with a 2/3 …show more content…
Explain what they accomplished and give your reasons for your selection
In the module Notable Members of Congress, I was presented with many people who have made a tremendous impact in Congress. The five that I felt were most notable were, George Washington, Harry S Truman, James Madison, Thomas Jefferson, and John Adams. All of these five have first served in congress before becoming President. George Washington was our 1st President, serving from 1789 to 1797. Washington represented Virginia in the Continental Congress from1774 to 1775. While in the Continental Congress, Washington resisted British rule by voting for new economic actions against England. He served on various military readiness committees and chaired the committee to consider ways to raise arms and ammunition for the coming
In the simulation, there were many different outlooks on the situation. Karen Albright states that, “We have been through a terrible civil war, two world wars, depressions, and riots without having to compromise the fundamental principles of …show more content…
Several bills are introduced, over 9,000. From minor bills that would impact only a few people, to major bills that can alter the course of the nation. On both sides, the House and the Senate, the bill is introduced as the first step. Subcommittees will usually do the overview of the bills before anything else, also on both sides, the House and the Senate. It is said that only 1 of 6 bills get through the full committee, which is the toughest step. Next, rules may be set in place on the amending of a bill. Floor and house need to agree on the bill, which leads the House and the Senate to debate, leaving the choice of amendment on the votes that pass. All differences between the house version and the bill must come to a compromise at this point. In the textbook, it states “Of course the ability to do this depends on the extent of differences in the two versions of the bill and the closeness of the votes in committee and in the full chambers.” Since these two chambers are fully equal in power, both of the chambers have to agree and be able to come together. In this step, both the House and the Senate compromise and vote on approving the bill. The bill is then sent to the President, and if signed, it becomes law. If vetoed, Congress can override with a 2/3 …show more content…
Explain what they accomplished and give your reasons for your selection
In the module Notable Members of Congress, I was presented with many people who have made a tremendous impact in Congress. The five that I felt were most notable were, George Washington, Harry S Truman, James Madison, Thomas Jefferson, and John Adams. All of these five have first served in congress before becoming President. George Washington was our 1st President, serving from 1789 to 1797. Washington represented Virginia in the Continental Congress from1774 to 1775. While in the Continental Congress, Washington resisted British rule by voting for new economic actions against England. He served on various military readiness committees and chaired the committee to consider ways to raise arms and ammunition for the coming