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1 Into A New Century – 12 words
Chapter 24 Vocab Into A New Century – 12 words

2 globalization The process by which national economies, politics, cultures, and societies become integrated with those of other nations around the world.

3 Bill CLinton 42nd president, moderate democrat (centrist) Presidency resulted in scandal, and impeachment

4 Family Medical Leave Act
Guaranteed full-time employees 12 work weeks of unpaid maternity, sick or family emergency leave

5 Brady Bill Gun-control act that instituted waiting period and background checks for those wishing to purchase a gun

6 Contract With America Gingrich led effort to restore more conservative issues during Clinton’s presidency Called for congressional term limits, reduction of bureaucracy, tax cuts, and increased defense spending.

7 impeachment The process by which an elected official can be removed from office Process begins in the House, and the Senate must indict or acquit No President has been impeached AND removed from office (Johnson and Clinton were both acquitted)

8 NAFTA (North American Free Trade Agreement)
Gradual removal of trade restrictions in North America. Strove to create a free trade zone which would promote economic growth and reduce prices

9 George W. Bush 43rd President, conservative won the electoral college by a small margin, failed to receive a majority of the popular vote Leader during 9/11 and Hurricane Katrina

10 9/11 Terrorist Attacks 4 coordinated terrorist attacks planned and executed by al- Qaeda resulting in the deaths of over 3000 people Angry with American support for Israel, and U.S. troops in Saudi Arabia (Muslim holy land)

11 Patriot Act Gives law enforcement broader powers to monitor suspected terrorists

12 Department of Homeland Security
Creation of a new Cabinet- level department responsible for coordinating security matters among federal, state and local agencies Direct response to increase of global terrorism

13 Barack Obama 44th President, 1st African American to become President Focused on health care coverage during his Presidency

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