Political Science

PM_Mama00 · #1 06-10-2003, 05:31 PM

Ok, so I missed a few days of my Political Science class because I was sick, and I have a few questions on that are gonna be on my test that I can't find the answers to. So if any Poli Sci people can help me out....

The structure, organization and powers of Parliament in the UK

Powers, or lack of powers, of the Parliament in France

Elections, structure, and organization of Parliament in France

Even the littlest info is helpful!!

Thanx!

lionlove · #2 06-10-2003, 11:22 PM

umm, I'm doing this from memory so it may not be completely accurate.

France, the the head of the parliament is the Premier Ministre (who's name I can't think of off the top of my head) who is chosen by the President. The Premier Ministre can be a different party than the president as a way of providing checks and balances (see Jospin/Chirac for example). The Parliament and Premier Ministre tend to be more involved in domestic issues and the President (Chirac) has a more international role. In 2002, legislative elections were held in late May or early June after the presidential elections in April and May. I seem to remember that representitives are elected by the region they represent (the way we elect Senators and Reps by state and district).

CSPAN sometimes shows coverage of the UK parliament. Watching that may give you an idea of how their system works as well as the names of some key players.

Hope this helps. I can't vouch for it's accuracy so you may want to look this info up.

Peaches-n-Cream · #3 06-11-2003, 11:02 AM

UK: House of Lords member is not elected and unpaid basically inherites seat
House of Commons member is elected and paid

"Understanding Parliament

The UK Parliament is based on a two chamber system. The House of Lords and the House of Commons sit separately, and are constituted on different principles. However, the legislative process involves both Houses.

Parliament has three main functions:

* to examine proposals for new laws;

* to scrutinise government policy and administration;

* to debate the major issues of the day. "

from the website.

Go to this page: http://www.parliament.uk/works/works.cfm It is very informative. As is http://www.parliament.uk/index.cfm Good luck from a former poli sci major.

PM_Mama00 · #4 06-11-2003, 11:15 AM

You guys rock my world! I just might get an A on this test due to yall

Peaches-n-Cream · #5 06-11-2003, 11:58 AM

Good luck on your test!

PM_Mama00 · #6 06-11-2003, 09:21 PM

Well... thanx for all the help girls. However, don't ya just HATE IT when you get the test and you BLANK OUT?

Some fun answers I gave.. seriusly...

What is the Northern Ireland Accord--- The brother of Honda Accord?

Extra Parliament Party-- when the members of parliament are having too much fun so they throw a party.

Third Republic-- A form of government. It was after the Second Republic and before the Fourth Republic.

I was soooo prepared for this test!

Peaches-n-Cream · #7 06-11-2003, 09:29 PM

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Originally posted by PM_Mama00
Well... thanx for all the help girls. However, don't ya just HATE IT when you get the test and you BLANK OUT?

Some fun answers I gave.. seriusly...

What is the Northern Ireland Accord--- The brother of Honda Accord?

Extra Parliament Party-- when the members of parliament are having too much fun so they throw a party.

Third Republic-- A form of government. It was after the Second Republic and before the Fourth Republic.

I was soooo prepared for this test!

Oh no! I hope that your professor has a sense of humor, lol! Better luck next time.

EagleChick19 · #8 06-11-2003, 11:29 PM

Sorry to hear about those answers..

I'm a Poli Sci person (if you need help on the next test, let me know!)

moe.ron · #9 06-12-2003, 03:40 AM

Wait till you learn about the German system. Make British and French system look very simple.

GeekyPenguin · #10 06-12-2003, 03:58 PM

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Originally posted by Arya
Wait till you learn about the German system. Make British and French system look very simple.

Fricking lander.

PM_Mama00 · #11 06-17-2003, 02:49 PM

Dealing with Russia, what's a "vote of no confidence"

moe.ron · #12 06-17-2003, 03:24 PM

That is when the Parliment no longer have confidence in the way the President runs the country. Ergo, an election will be held before his term is over, usually a couple months after the vote is in.

EagleChick19 · #13 06-17-2003, 03:26 PM

I agree with Arya's definition of a vote of no confidence.