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Standard USG.3.IN

USG.3.IN Interpret how American political beliefs are shaped by the founding principles, core values, and changing demographics of America, and how those beliefs led to the creation of ideological trends which affect public policy over time.

Grade(s): 9, 10, 11, 12

Subject(s): Social Studies

Year: 2020

Type
Representative Numbers | Facts of Congress
Representative Numbers | Facts of Congress

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In the First Congress, there was 65 members who were responsible for 30,000 voters. As of this video there were 435 members who represent 650,000 voters. Members in Congress grow based on the needs...