9 presidental elections part ii
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Essential Questions:
• How are rules or laws that govern the election process beneficial to the citizens of America?
• What are the most important factors in determining the outcome of an election?
*Showcase the nominee’s “Running Mate” (Pick for Possible Vice-President)
“Romney/Ryan 2012
“Running Mate”
*FORMALLY accept the Party’s nomination
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zGUHyPHmu0E “Nominee”
Step 3 in the Presidential Election Cycle: *The General Election
“General Election”
“Nominee” “Nominee”
Today the most important function of a party’s national convention is to:
A. Formally nominate the party’s candidate for president and vice-presidentB. Develop a strategy for the general election C. Choose the party’s leaders in the House and SenateD. Name a new chair for the national committee
When selecting a vice-presidential candidate, a presidential nominee is usually concerned primarily with choosing a running mate who:
A. Has significant personal wealth
B. Adds balance and appeal to the national ticket
C. Comes from the same ideological wing of the party as the President
D. Can effectively preside over the U.S. Senate
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