2016-2017 second 12wks review slides
The time period immediately after the Civil War when the South rebuilt and southern states returned to the Union was call... Reconstruction
Reconstruction plans and policies mainly focused on changing or altering what aspects of the south? Political, economic, and civil rights changes
During reconstruction former slaves were referred to as... Freedmen
This organization was created in 1865 by the federal government to help freedmen adjust to their new status. Freedmen s Bureau
Why did many northerns invest in Georgia s industry after the Civil War? 1. Plenty of raw materials 2. Abundant natural resources 3. Lower taxes 4. More affordable labor
Unfair treatment of a person or group because of prejudice. Discrimination
This prison system allowed the state to rent or lease prisoners to companies as labors. The company was responsible for feeding, clothing, and housing the prisoners. Convict Lease System
A person from the northern states who went to the South after the Civil War to profit from the Reconstruction. Carpetbagger
This minister from Macon, Georgia was one of the first Black men elected to Georgia s General Assembly. Henry McNeal Turner
A white Southerner who collaborated with northern Republicans during Reconstruction, often for personal profit. Scalawag
Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution grants the right to vote to all men regardless of race? 15th
What does it mean if you have been disfranchised? Your right to vote has been taken away
What was the name of the secret racist terrorist organization that was in formed in 1865 which worked to keep freedmen from voting and using their civil rights? Ku Klux Klan
What was the agricultural system called that was common after the Civil War where landless farmers worked the land of a landowner who also supplied a house, farming tools animals, seeds, and fertilizer in return for a share of the harvest Sharecropping
White Southerners blamed the Republican Party for many of the problems they faced after the Civil War and began to vote for the Democratic Party and the Republican Party was no longer active in the state. What effect did this one-party system have on the development of Georgia? The rights that were gained by African Americans during reconstruction were quick eroded. Blacks were disenfranchised and segregation became
Why many southerners have to rely on sharecropping and tenant farming after the Civil War? Land owners needed people to work their land, but did not have money to pay for their labor and many others had did not have land to farm. There were also few jobs outside of agriculture available.
How many reconstruction plans were there? 3
Lincoln s reconstruction plan was know as the plan. 10%
Lincoln s plan was know as the 10% plan because it required 10% of each state s take an oath of loyalty to the U.S. Government. voters
Under Lincoln s reconstruction plan, most southerners could receive a pardon by taking an oath of Loyalty to the U.S. Government. What two groups had to request a pardon from the president? High ranking civil and military leaders
President Johnson s reconstruction plan required that southern state ratify which amendment to the U.S. Constitution? 13th
What did the 13th Amendment do? It made slavery illegal
President Johnson expanded the group of southerns who had to request a pardon from the president to include those who owned property worth more than dollars. 20,000
Congress s reconstruction plan required that southern states ratify which amendment to the constitution? 14th
What group s activities caused Georgia to be placed under military control for a third time in 1869? Ku Klux Klan
Joseph Brown, Alfred Colquitt, and John Gordon were known as the... Bourbon Triumvirate
The Bourbon Triumvirate expanded business and industry opportunities in Georgia. This is because they were part of what movement? New South
Henry Grady was the managing editor and part owner of which Atlanta newspaper? The Atlanta Constitution
The Atlanta Constitution was as the... Voice of the South
What did the International Cotton Exposition do for Georgia? Created jobs, made money, encouraged investment in southern companies, and attracted new industries and business to the state.
Which Amendment to the U.S. Constitution forbade the states from making any laws that would limit the rights of citizens, guaranteed equal protection by the law, and defined who were citizens? 14th
The Bourbon Triumvirate were white supremacist. What is white supremacy? the belief that white people are superior to those of all other races, esp. the black race, and should therefore dominate society.
What were the laws called that southern states used to restrict the rights of blacks? Black Codes
What was the agricultural system that was common after the Civil war where a farmer worked the land of a landowner in exchange for cash or an agreed-upon share of the harvest. These workers usually owned some agricultural equipment and animals. Tenant Farming
Which reconstruction plan was easiest on the southern states? Lincoln s
How did sharecropping impact the sharecropper? Many sharecroppers end up in debt to the land owner and end unable to improve their economic lot. It was also most a type of slavery for some.
What does it mean to segregate? Separate people on the basis of race
What did the New South Movement want for to do for the south? Increase industry in the south, diversify agriculture, grow cities, and improve race relation.
After reconstruction ended southerners voted the Republicans out of office and voted in to power Democrats like the Bourbon Triumvirate, who were white supremacist. What happens because of this? Black Codes begin to limit the rights of Blacks and segregation of southern society becomes the norm.
The Bourbon Triumvirate improved Georgia s economy, but did not... Help the poor, improve education, improve working conditions in factories, improve mental hospitals, or improve the state s prison system
The members of the Bourbon Triumvirate each served as Georgia s... Governor and U.S. Senator
This congressional act placed Georgia back under military control in 1869 because of the actions of the KKK and civil rights violations. the Georgia Act
What happened to Henry McNeal Turner and the other Blacks who were elected to the Georgia General Assembly when they showed up for the legislative session in 1868? They were kicked out because the other members claimed that the 14th amendment did not give them the right to serve in the state legislature
What group of federal laws helped reduce KKK violence during reconstruction? The Force Acts of 1870 &1871
How were the Force Acts of 1870 & 1871 able to reduce KKK violence? They allowed the US Army to arrest KKK members and hold them in jail without a trial - like we do to terrorist today.
John B. Gordon and Joseph E. Brown managed companies that benefited from which of Georgia s systems? Convict Lease System
What are textiles? Woven materials such as cloth. Carpet is considered a textile.
Henry Grady helped start which Georgia college? Georgia Tech
How were voting rights of African Americans in Georgia in the early 1900's restricted? Grandfather clause Poll tax Literacy test Violence White primary
What court case established the separate-but-equal concept and led to segregation by law in southern states? Plessy v. Ferguson
Rebecca Felton was a writer and political activist. What newspaper did she write for? The Atlanta Journal
Rebecca Felton was a writer and political activist. What political/social causes did she champion? The temperance movement, the suffrage movement, and prison reform.
Tom Watson served on term in the US House of Representatives. What legislation is he known for? RFD: rural free delivery of the mail.
Tom Watson started and ended his political career as a democrat, but at one time he joined the party. Populist
Tom Watson s big impact on Georgia were his views. white supremacist
is the separation of the races? Segregation
A is a tax that must be paid in order to vote. Poll tax
Many southern states required voters to pass a to show they could read, before they could vote. Literacy test
What were Jim Crow Laws? Laws that segregated public facilities in souther states
This person refused to leave a whites only railroad car so the law could be challenged in court. Homer Plessy
What was the grandfather clause? A law that stated if your grandfather was not eligible to vote in 1867 you could not vote
What caused the 1906 Atlanta Race Riot? False newspaper articles that claimed black men had attached white women in Atlanta.
Upton Sinclair was famous for writing what book? The Jungle
What was Upton Sinclair s book about? The poor working and sanitation conditions in Chicago meat packing plants
How did Upton Sinclair's book impact the US? The government began regulating and inspecting the meat packing plants.
What 2 groups created the Populist Party? The farmers alliance and labor unions
The Populist Party wanted the work day to be hours long. 8
When he was not holding public office, how did Tom Watson influence Georgia politically and socially? (Hint: What did he use to share his opinion?) Published magazines
The County Unit system effected what part of the election system? The primary election
The County Unit System gave which group the most political power? Farmers
In the County Unit System was ruled unconstitutional by the Supreme Court. 1962
what was the system in Georgia that leased prisoners to companies for their labor called? Convict lease system
Booker T. Washington worked with which school? the Tuskegee Institute in Alabama
How did Booker T. Washington and W.E.B Dubois s views on Civil Rights differ? Washington told blacks not to demand or protest their rights, he told them to go along with segregation. Dubois on the other hand told blacks to actively pursue their rights and helped form the NAACP.
What is an illegal hanging by a mob is called? Lynching
How old was Mary Phagan when she was murdered? 13 about to turn 14
Where was Mary Phagan murdered? The National Pencil Factory in Atlanta - it was where she worked.
Leo Frank was a member of which ethnic group? He was a Jew
What was wrong with Leo Frank's trial? False evidence was introduced and the jury was threatened.
One piece of evidence against Leo Frank was a blood stain found near his office. What was wrong with this evidence? It was actually a paint stain.
Leo Frank was more than likely innocent of the crime he was accused of committing, but because of prejudice he Quickly convicted, sentenced to death and later lynched by angry citizens.
What did John M. Slaton do in relation to Leo Frank's case? Commuted his sentence from death to life in prison
Who was the entrepreneur who started Coca-Cola? John Doc Pemberton
How do entrepreneurs help the economy? They create business which help provide jobs, goods, and services.
Coca-Cola was originally a? Medicine: Nerve Tonic and Stimulant
Why was the alcohol removed from Coca- Cola? The county it was produced in went dry (outlawed alcohol)
This educator and civil rights leader was the president of Morehouse College and Atlanta University, and helped to found the NAACP John Hope
What ingredient was used to flavor Coca- Cola after the alcohol was removed? The Kola Nut
Who bought Coca-Cola in 1888? Asa Candler - he bought it for $2,300.00 and turned it into a multi-million dollar company.
There were many drinks on the market that were similar to Coca-Cola. What business practice made Coke so successful? Branding, Advertising, and trademark protection
What does Coca-Cola's success mean for Georgia? Jobs, Tax dollars, Tourism: The World of Coke, and Prestige/fame
This ex-slave started off working as a sharecropper, became a barber, and through investments in real estate and insurance he became a millionaire. Alonzo Herndon
Who was Rebecca Latimer Felton? Reformer, suffragette, Temperance supporter, wrote for the Atlanta Journal, and was the first woman to serve in the US Congress
Because of the drought and boll weevil many farmers could not pay back their loans. What happened because of this? The bank went out of business and their investors lost everything
How did the boll weevil hurt Georgia's economy? It ate cotton fibers and thus caused farmers to lose money.
Whose assassination is credited with starting World War One? Archduke Ferdinand of Austria
Why the Populist party unsuccessful in Georgia? It called for African American and white farmers to work together and became identified with black voters.
What helped make a conflict between Austria and Serbia a world war? Alliances between European countries and the desire to create large empires.
How did Georgia help America and her allies win World War One? Georgians served in the military, produced farm products and textiles, and the state became home to large military bases that trained soldiers.
What two things caused America to declare war against Germany in 1914? Unrestricted Submarine Warfare and the Zimmer telegram.
What was the Zimmer telegram. A message from the German foreign secretary to Mexico. It attempted to get Mexico to attack the US.
List at least three things that helped to cause the Great Depression. Speculation in the stock market Stock market crash credit was too easy to get and many people had a large amount of unsecured debt Banks making bad loans Over production in industry and agriculture Drought
What two things caused economic problems in the rural south before the Great Depression? Boll Weevil and Drought
What was the New Deal? the economic measures introduced by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1933 to counteract the effects of the Great Depression. It involved a massive public works program, aid for those in need, and government jobs complemented by the large-scale granting of loans. It did not end the Great Depression, but did help ease the suffering of many Americans and provided close to 9 million jobs.
Explain what the following New Deal program did: Social Security (SSA) provides retirement funds for the elderly and funds for the disabled. It is funded by a payroll tax that is deducted from workers paychecks. This is still around today.
Explain what the following New Deal program did: The Civilian Conservation Corp (CCC) Provided jobs to young men. They worked at soil conservation, fought forest fires, helped build roads, and helped build state and national parks.
Explain what the following New Deal program did: The Agricultural Adjustment Act (AAA) Paid land owners a subsidy to NOT plant crops. This was designed to end over production of certain agricultural products. It lead to many sharecroppers losing the land they farmed. Many of these people who lose their agricultural jobs will move into the cities looking for work.
Explain what the following New Deal program did: Rural Electrification Act (REA) Provided farmer s cooperatives loans which allowed them to run power lines into rural areas. This program helped bring electricity to 99% of rural Americans.
What was the Boll Weevil, how did it impact GA, and what helped slow down its spread? It was a bug who laid its eggs in the cotton bolls. The larva would eat the cotton fibers and by the time it was discovered it could have destroyed most of a farmer s cotton crop. This caused farmers to lose money, thus they could not pay their bills and some would lose their farms. Other farmers would start growing other crops like tobacco and peanuts. Some farmers would give up and move to the cities looking for work. The drought help slow down the boll weevil s spread and crop diversification, trapping, poisoning, and other control methods help irradiate it from GA.
How did the 1925 drought impact the state of GA? Farmers could not pay off their loans and lose their farms. The farmers would often move to the cities looking for work. Often, the bank that had made loans to farmers would lose so much money that they would have to close and everyone who had money invested in the bank would lose it.
What was President Franklin D. Roosevelt s reason for often visiting the state of Georgia? What town did he visit, what was the name of his home in Ga, and which New Deal program was developed because he realized the farmers who lived near this town did not have electricity? FDR visited Warm Springs, GA for treatment of his Polio related paralysis. His home in Warm Springs is know as the Little White House. He died there in 1945. He helped create the Rural Electrification Act after he realized many of the farmers living near Warm Springs were not able to afford electricity.
What was the combined impact of the boll weevil and drought on Georgia s farming communities? The bank would close cause many people to lose money. People would also leave the small town to look for work in the cities.
When did the Great depression begin and what started it? October of 1929, the Stock Market Crash
When did the Great depression end and what helped end it? World War Two helped end the Great Depression Some people will use 1939 as the last year, others will use 1941
Who was president of the United States when the nation fell into the Great Depression? Herbert Hoover
The New Deal programs were intended to: make life better for Americans during the Great Depression, create jobs, stimulate the economy, and regulate business and banks prevent future economic problems.
What are the 3R s of the New Deal? Relief Reform Recovery
How did Eugene Talmadge s leadership impact Georgia during the Great Depression? (What was his reaction to the New Deal?) Talmadge did not agree the New Deal and refused to use New Deal funds as they were intended - he would use money intended for the needy to help build roads. Because of this Georgia did not receive as much in New Funds as it should have while Talmadge was governor
Which countries were members of the Axis Powers during World War II and who was the leader of each one? Germany: Hitler Italy: Mussolini Japan: Emperor Hirohito
What is isolationism and why did the U.S. practice this after World War One? We refused to get involved in the affairs of other countries because we did not want to get involved in another major war.
Why did the United States help Great Britain before the bombing of Pearl Harbor? FDR thought if they could not stop Hitler that he would attack the US next, so FDR found ways around the laws to send needed supplies to Great Britain
How did Georgia benefit from World War Two? The military set up bases for training soldiers in the state, these bases boosted the economies of the near buy communities and created jobs Georgia factories began making weapons and other supplies for the military: cargo ships were built in Savannah and Brunswick and in Marietta the Bell Aircraft factory (Bell Bomber, later to be called Lockheed) built the B-29 Bomber.
What was the G.I. Bill? Provided low interest loans to returning soldiers to buy houses and pay for college
Which Georgia Congressman was known as the father of the two-ocean navy. Carl Vinson
During World War II, Liberty ships were constructed in Georgia in which two cities? Savannah and Brunswick
What countries made up the Allies during World War Two and who was the leader of each one? Great Britain: Winston Churchill USA: FDR The Soviet Union (USSR): Joseph Stalin
What was Hitler s attempt to kill all the Jews who lived in countries he controlled was called? Holocaust
What were liberty ships? cargo ships that could be built quickly
Which Georgia governor also served 38 years in the US Senate and was a strong supporter of military preparedness? Richard B. Russell, Jr.
The Company assembled B-29 bombers for the U.S. Army Air Force at the plant located in Marietta, Georgia. Bell Aircraft Company
Who was the President of the United States during World War Two? Franklin D. Roosevelt
The 3R s of the New Deal were relief, recovery, and reform. What was meant by relief? Help those who were in immediate need with cash payments and other forms of welfare.
The 3R s of the New Deal were relief, recovery, and reform. What was meant by recovery? repair the problems with the economy.
The 3R s of the New Deal were relief, recovery, and reform. What was meant by reform? create laws/regulation that would prevent the Great Depression from happening again.
This group held hearings to determine how Georgians felt about desegregating public schools. Sibley Commission
This Supreme court case occurred when a student s parents sued because she was not allowed to attend the school closest to her home because of her race and the court ruled that public schools could not be segregated. Brown v. Board of Education
Was elected Georgia s governor in 1948 and was elected to the US Senate in 1956 and severed there until 1980. Herman Talmadge
This Georgia governor was the state s first governor to serve a 4 year term, made changes that got the state s colleges back their accreditation, which was taken away because of the actions of the Eugene Talmadge, ended the whites only primary, helped lower Georgia s voting age to 18, and ended the poll tax. Ellis Arnall
Eugene Talmadge promised to bring this back if he was elected Georgia s governor in 1946. The whites only primary
Was the first black man elected as Atlanta s mayor, improved the city s airport, and helped Atlanta win its bid for the 1996 Summer Olympics. Maynard Jackson
Was a protest against Brown v. Board of Education. Georgia s1956 state flag.
As mayor he helped Atlanta stay peaceful during the Civil Rights movement and helped make the city an important aviation hub. William B. Hartsfield
Gave political power to Georgia s rural counties. the county unit system
This person was a civil rights leaders, the United States' first African American ambassador to the United Nations, a congressman, Atlanta mayor, and helped Atlanta win its bid for the 1996 Summer Olympics. Andrew Young
Martin Luther King, Jr. thought this protest movement was a failure, but the people of the community saw it as a success because it eventually led to the desegregation of their town. Albany Movement
This Georgia governor owned a segregated restaurant, which he closed instead of integrating it. He also appointed more African Americans to government positions than all previous governors other Lester Maddox
The first African American woman admitted to UGA. Charlayne Hunter
This group helped organize college and high school students for civil rights protests. the Student Non-Violent Coordinating Committee (SNCC)
This man was a mentor for MLK, Jr., was the president of Morehouse college for 27 years, and served on the Atlanta Board of Education. Benjamin Mays
The first African American man admitted to UGA. Hamilton Holmes
The end of this practice allowed African American voters more influence over who won election. The whites only primary and the county unit system
This 1963 protest was for jobs and freedom and was one of the largest of its kind. MLK, Jr. gave his famous I have a dream speech at this protest. March on Washington
Became known as the three governors controversy. The 1946 governor s race
As mayor he helped Atlanta stay peaceful during the Civil Rights movement, removed the Colored and White signs from city hall, and helped bring major league sports to the city. Ivan Allen, Jr.
Federal law that stated you could not discriminate when hiring, promoting, or firing employees based on race or gender. Civil Rights Act
How did Georgia s agriculture industry change after World War Two and how did this impact the state? Technology such as tractors and harvesters began to replace farm workers. As people lost their jobs on the farms they began to move into the cities and take industrial jobs. Because of this Georgia rural population decreased.
Why did new industries move to Georgia after World War Two? Georgia s mild climate would save them money and Georgia had lower taxes.
What recommendation did the Sibley Commission make in regard to Georgia s public schools? The Sibley Commission held 10 hearing around the state and learned that 60% of Georgians would rather close the schools than to integrate them. The Commission though, made the recommendation that integration be allowed on a limited basis - It became the individual school system s choice.
What was Martin Luther King, Jr. s four pronged approach to gaining civil rights? Direct, nonviolent actions, legal remedies, ballots, & economic boycotts
When and where was Martin Luther King, Jr. assassinated? April 4, 1968 at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis Tennessee
What was the cold war? The state of political hostility that existed between the Soviet bloc countries and the U.S.-led Western powers from 1945 to 1990.
What was one of the major things Americans feared during the cold war? A war with the Soviet Union in which both sides used nuclear weapons.
Why was the Georgia State flag changed in 2001? The 1956 flag had the rebel flag on it (which was placed on the flag as a protest against school desegregation) and many people felt the rebel flag (and the reason it became part of the state s flag) was a racist symbol.
How did Lester Maddox surprise everyone when he was Georgia s governor? He was a segregationist but appointed more African Americans to state boards and commissions than all prior governors combined and integrated the Georgia State Patrol.
How did Lester Maddox, although he did not have the most votes, win the 1966 governor s election? No candidate received a majority of the votes, so the state legislature got to decide. The legislature, which was controlled by the Democrats, voted along party lines for Maddox because he was a Democrat.
How did Governor Herman Talmadge improve Georgia s education system? The Legacy was the Minimum Foundation Program for Education Act which Lengthen the school year to 9 months, Raised standards for buildings, equipment, transportation, and school curriculum, and created a 3 % sales tax in 1951 to pay for the changes.
What caused the Three Governors controversy? Eugene Talmadge, the governor elect, died before he was sworn into office. This created confusion over who should be the governor.
Who were the three people who claimed to be Georgia s governor during the Three Governors controversy and what was each person s justification for their claim? Which person did the State Supreme Court say should be the governor? Herman Talmadge (Eugene s son) write in ballots for him had been found in his home county, so he came in second place. Because of this the State legislature said he should be governor. Melvin Thompson, who was the Lieutenant Governor, claimed that the state constitution said he should be governor. Ellis Arnall, who was the out going governor, refused to give up control until the courts ruled on the issue. The State Supreme Court would declare that Melvin Thompson should be the governor until a special election could be held.
The US Supreme Court ruled that just must do which two thinks because the state s way of handling these issues violated the one man, one vote principle and limited the political influence of blacks and urbanites living in Georgia. End the County Unit System (1962) Reapportion congressional districts (1964)
This man served in the US Navy and the Georgia Senate, was the Governor of Georgia and America s President, and worked to promote peace and help the needy around the world. He lives in Plains, Georgia. Jimmy Carter
Georgia began to shift from the Democratic Party to the Republican party in which decade? 1960 s
This man was elected Georgia s first Republican governor in Georgia since Reconstruction in 2002. Sonny Perdue
What are the three levels of government? Federal State Local
Georgia is using its 10th constitution, which as approved by the voters of the state in. 1983
Georgia s constitution has 11 articles.
This principle of government states that the powers of government should be divided among different groups or branches so that no one person or group can take over. separation of powers
This principle of government states that the branches of government should have ways of overriding each other s power so that no one person or group can take over. Checks and Balances
What are the types of elections in Georgia? Primary General Special Referendum
Which is the election where members of the Republican and Democratic party vote for candidates to run for a specific office. These are open elections and the voter does not have to be a member of the party to vote. Held in July or August during even numbered years. Primary election
Which is the election where the winners from both parties primaries, along with members of third parties and independents, compete for political offices. The elections are also held in even number years and take place on the second Tuesday of November. General election
Which is an election that is used to present a special issue to voters or to fill a vacancy. In Georgia, if a candidate does not receive more than 50% of the vote (i.e., 50% +1 vote), then there is a run-off election. Special Election
Which is an election in which voters vote on a law Referendum
What are the requirements/restrictions on voting in Georgia? 1. Be a citizen of the United States 2. Be a legal resident of the county 3. Be at least 17 1/2 years of age to register and 18 years of age to vote 4. Not be serving a sentence for conviction of a felony involving moral turpitude 5. Have not been found mentally incompetent by a judge
What are the acceptable forms of voter ID? Any valid state or federal government issued photo ID, including a free ID Card issued by your county registrar's office or the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) A Georgia Driver's License, even if expired Valid employee photo ID from any branch, department, agency, or entity of the U.S. Government, Georgia, or any county, municipality, board, authority or other entity of this state Valid U.S. passport ID Valid U.S. military photo ID Valid tribal photo ID
What is Georgia s State motto? Wisdom, Justice, Moderation
Which word in the state motto refers to the executive branch of government? Moderation
Which word in the state motto refers to the judicial branch of government? Justice
Which word in the state motto refers to the legislative branch of government? Wisdom
What are the three branches of Georgia s government? Executive Legislative Judical
Who is the head of Georgia s executive branch The governor
What is Georgia s Legislative branch called? The General Assembly
Georgia s General Assembly is bicameral. What are the two legislative chambers called? State Senate State House of Representatives
How many members are in the Georgia Senate? 56
How many members are in the Georgia House of Representatives? 180
How old do you have to be to serve in Georgia s Senate? 25
How old do you have to be to serve in Georgia s House of Representatives? 21
Members of Georgia s General Assembly are elected Two to year terms.
Members of Georgia s General Assembly must have been a resident of Georgia for at least Two years.
Members of Georgia s General Assembly are divided into Committees which research bills to determine if they are a good idea or not.
There are 26 standing committees in the Georgia Senate.
There are 36 standing committees in the Georgia House of Representatives.
What are the 4 types of legislative committees? Standing Committees Ad hoc Committees Joint Committees Conference Committees
Which legislative committees are permanent and continue for every legislative session Standing Committees
Which type of committee is created when the House and Senate create different versions of a bill. The members of each house must compromise and make one bill for it to become a law. Conference Committee
The state Constitution Branches of the Enforces the Laws GA State Government Executive Branch Governor Legislative Branch Judicial Branch House of Representatives Senate General Assembly State Courts Makes the Laws Interprets the Laws Voters
Most legislation begins with an idea and the suggestion for it is often made by private citizens and interest groups