Please Define the Following Key Terms

question 43

Short Answer

Please define the following key terms.
-Phintys

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Definitions:

Direct Election

A system of choosing political officials where voters directly cast ballots for the persons or party candidates they desire to see in office, without the intervention of electors or intermediaries.

State Legislatures

State legislatures are the lawmaking bodies within each of the fifty states in the United States, responsible for creating state laws, determining state budgets, and serving as a check on the executive power of the state governor.

Higher Education

Refers to the stage of learning that occurs at universities, colleges, and other institutions offering degrees and certifications beyond high school.

Private Women's Colleges

Educational institutions of higher learning that are privately funded and cater exclusively to female students, historically emphasizing women's education and empowerment.