Question

glittering generality: using positive words without specific meaning (like \hope\ or \change\)
name - calling: attacking opponents with negative labels
testimonial: using celebrity endorsements
card - stacking: presenting only one side of an issue
guided practice: fill in the blanks
all adults living in the united states are not eligible to run for all political offices - for example, only a __________ citizen can run for president.
you must be at least __________ years old to run for the united states senate.
lobbyists represent ________ groups and ________ organizations in their attempts to influence government.
freedom of the press is important because it prevents the __________ from becoming the primary information source.
campaign slogans that use positive words without specific meaning are examples of __________ generality propaganda.
section 12: federalism in practice
learn: state vs. federal authority
federalist papers alexander hamilton and james madison wrote \the federalist papers\ to:

Explanation:

1. For the first blank: To run for President of the US, one must be a "natural - born" citizen. This is a key requirement in US election law for the presidential office.
2. For the second blank: The minimum age to run for the US Senate is 30 years old. This is stipulated in the US Constitution for Senate candidates.
3. For the third and fourth blanks: Lobbyists typically represent "interest" groups and "business" (or other types of) organizations. Interest groups and various organizations hire lobbyists to influence government policies and decisions in their favor.
4. For the fourth blank (about freedom of the press): Freedom of the press is important as it prevents the "government" from being the primary information source. A free press acts as a check on the government, providing independent information to the public.
5. For the fifth blank: Campaign slogans with positive words without specific meaning are examples of "glittering" generality propaganda. This is a type of propaganda technique where vague positive terms are used to appeal to the audience.

Answer:

1. natural - born
2. 30
3. interest; business (or other relevant, e.g., non - profit)
4. government
5. glittering