[ad_1] A senatorial campaign involves fundraising, research, and a primary election. Candidates face months of campaigning and publicity before culminating in a general election. Incumbents focus on fundraising and may consider early retirement. Small states have more direct contact between voters and candidates, while large states rely on mass media. The campaign culminates in a […]
[ad_1] The legislative branch in the US creates and passes laws at both federal and state levels. The upper house is the Senate, with each senator representing a senatorial district. States send two senators to the US Senate, while the House of Representatives is based on population. Most states have a bicameral legislative branch, with […]
[ad_1] Senatorial courtesy is a practice in the US Senate where senators will not confirm candidates for official positions without the approval of the candidate’s home state senators. The president consults with senators of a proposed candidate’s home state before announcing a name to avoid a situation where a senator invokes senatorial courtesy. Some criticize […]
