1. 1. Congress Overview Guided Notes/Powers of Congress 2. Members of Congress (parts completed in class) 3. Congress in Action/Committees Guided Notes 4. EOC Study Guide 5. BRs 6. LOQs 7. CAP Responses

3.  Media: The “mirrors” and “molders” of public opinion!  Bias: When one allows his/her values to affect his/her opinions.

4.  Propaganda: Information intended to persuade public opinion.

5.  Demographics: Data regarding specific populations sharing common characteristics—age, race, gender, income, education.  Incumbent: A person running for office who already holds the office (the INcumbent is IN office).  Challenger: A person running against the incumbent.

6.  Political Action Committees (PACs): Groups that raise and distribute money to candidates who will further their goals.  Federal Election Commission (FEC): Regulates campaign finance (money in elections)  Lobbyists: People who pressure legislators and influence the legislative process.  Special Interest Groups: Groups with a special interest.