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The term “robber baron” was applied to powerful nineteenth-century industrialists who were viewed as having used questionable practices to amass their wealth. On the other hand, “captains of industry” were business leaders whose means of amassing a personal fortune contributed positively to the country in some way.
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Today, Congress consists of 100 senators (two from each state) and 435 voting members of the
House of Representatives. The terms of office and number of members directly affects each
institution. With four times the membership, the House follows procedures closely and limits
debate. Debate is nearly unlimited in the Senate and all members have an opportunity to
influence legislation. Senators feel less pressure to move quickly on issues.
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The House and Senate are equal partners in the legislative process—legislation cannot be enacted without the consent of both chambers. However, the Constitution grants each chamber some unique powers. The Senate ratifies treaties and approves presidential appointments while the House initiates revenue-raising bills.
<u>Montesquieu</u> argues that any government, if it is to protect the liberty of its citizens, needs <u>separation of powers.</u>
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Explanation:The Monroe Doctrine was a U.S. foreign policy regarding domination of the Americas in 1823. It stated that further efforts by European nations to colonize land or interfere with states in North or South America would be viewed as acts of aggression, requiring U.S. intervention
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UK: The UK wanted the British Empire to reign supreme and free access to seas in peacetime, however knew that making the treaty too harsh would provoke another war (foreshadowing)
France: France wanted Germany to be partitioned into separate states, which was basically pre-brothers war Germany. They wanted the Germans to be banned from ever uniting again.
US: The US wanted its 14 points to become the image of the League of Nations. However not all of these 14 points were met and the US soon returned to its isolationist pre-war policy.
