1. Congress

2. Legislative Branch A. Bicameral Legislature –Several “plans” led to the current system based on population and membership

3. House of Reps 435 members-determined by population –Number can’t change Number from state CAN change by census and apportionment Term of office-2 yrs. –Shortest in government –Should be closest to people With historical 95% retention rate, is this true? Districts within a state –Difference in political priorities? Rural vs. Urban Democrat vs. Republican

4. Redistricting –Should be along population lines Gerrymandering-shaping districts to suit party Urban pie

5. Senate 100 members-2 per state –All states equal –Term of office-6 yrs. Longest of any elected official Should take the long term view and not be as responsive to political whims Like the House-salary over $174,000 Pension determined by years of service, must serve at least 5 yrs. to qualify