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fagboi

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Describe Congress's oversight mechanisms.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Describe the major factors that influence how members of Congress make decisions. Why do Congress members vote in conformity with their constituents' prevailing opinions most of the time?
 
  Compare and contrast models of representation in your response.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 10, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: An ideal response will:
1. Explain how Congress can use congressional hearings to get information from executive branch officials about how they are interpreting and enforcing the law.
2. Explain that Congress can use its oversight powers under the War Powers Resolution or the Congressional Review Act of 1966 to examine actions taken by the president.
3. Explain that the Senate also has the authority to offer advice and consent on executive and judicial branch nominees; Congress's ultimate oversight power is that of impeachment.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: An ideal response will:
1. Demonstrate awareness of the major categories of influence over legislators, including political parties, constituents, colleagues and caucuses, interest groups (including lobbyists and PACs), congressional staff, and the president.
2. List and describe the models of representation, including trustee, delegate, and politico.


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