The Senate and the House of Representatives Explained (Congress - AP Government Review)

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  • @stephencreagh4325
    @stephencreagh4325 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2159

    Thank you Matt Damon.

    • @neelmoradiya1389
      @neelmoradiya1389 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Totally agree

    • @DumbBaby
      @DumbBaby 6 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Matt.... Damon.

    • @malestoo9609
      @malestoo9609 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      😂

    • @vineson4453
      @vineson4453 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Dang, he really does look like him. LOL!

    • @thesimpleeastern
      @thesimpleeastern 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Jesus christ, its Jason Bourne !!

  • @ElizabethSwims
    @ElizabethSwims 6 ปีที่แล้ว +231

    Thanks, that was the cleanest explanation I’ve seen yet.

  • @henrikchristensen8898
    @henrikchristensen8898 8 ปีที่แล้ว +318

    One of the best videos I've ever seen on youtube - it's precise clear and has a perfect length - Thank you for this great video

    • @tomrichey
      @tomrichey  8 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      +henrik christensen Thanks for the kind review. I'm glad I could help explain the structure of the American government to you! Let me know if I can help explain any other topics that are related to this subject.

    • @scf7334
      @scf7334 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@tomrichey may I ask what do you mean by national versus federal, please? What is the difference between the two? Thanks for such a great video!

    • @KoolSpool
      @KoolSpool 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Mike What was the grade?

  • @KoolSpool
    @KoolSpool 2 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    This guy certainly is going places! His explanation skills were clear and quick, giving us all the information we need. He also had a good visual representation, making the video even more clear. Well done!

  • @SuperGreatSphinx
    @SuperGreatSphinx 7 ปีที่แล้ว +116

    "When they call the roll in the Senate,
    the Senators do not know whether to answer 'Present' or 'Not Guilty'."
    ― Theodore Roosevelt Jr.

  • @Glumsly
    @Glumsly 7 ปีที่แล้ว +505

    The Mitochondria is the powerhouse of the cell

    • @stellav45
      @stellav45 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Wonderful analogy!

    • @J24-u5f
      @J24-u5f 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😂👍

    • @hitnailhalfway2485
      @hitnailhalfway2485 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The mitrochondrion is the powerhouse of the cell.

    • @iamdnorth
      @iamdnorth 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      True

    • @fallerpilot
      @fallerpilot 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      photosynthesis

  • @belowpip420
    @belowpip420 7 ปีที่แล้ว +364

    I'm not gonna lie, I'm 27 years old and I know so little about this. I honestly wish I'd of been more willing/curious to learn about this from middle school all the way through high school. I'm gonna start studying up on this type of shit. At my age I should know more about this.

    • @SweetAlis1
      @SweetAlis1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      how's your studying going? I'm 25 and here to understand better what is up with today's elections. It's goof that the House has now Democrats again to represent us; I feel like the Senate is completely useless and so aristocratic lol

    • @ADEehrh
      @ADEehrh 6 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      👍You'll find as you get older this "shit" becomes more important to you!

    • @jfmc2581
      @jfmc2581 6 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Did you guys vote?
      I really think there needs to be some qualifications required to be able to vote. I mean if everyone feels the need to vote but not the need to be informed just imagine what dishonest politicians will say and promise to get elected.

    • @ajb4366
      @ajb4366 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Where money comes from and how it works would also be nice, especially when it comes to governments.

    • @grxygxds
      @grxygxds 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Because the media doesnt want you to actually know anything just to be a pawn to get angry when they tell you to👍

  • @aishaabubakar93
    @aishaabubakar93 7 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Deeply insightful video, I am a British law student and this video was the perfect length and had enough detailed explanation for me to grasp a better understanding of how the American government system operates. Thank you! :)

    • @tomrichey
      @tomrichey  7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      +Mary It’s my pleasure to help British students understand American government! I try to achieve a balance of detail and brevity in my videos so I’m glad to hear that you think I struck that balance here.

  • @MoudBarthez1
    @MoudBarthez1 8 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    this is the best video explaining the issue i've ever seen.
    thank you so much, brilliant describing

  • @elbi5333
    @elbi5333 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you! Studying for the Foreign Service Officer Test, and this video was very helpful. And thank you for not silliness, loud music, and jokes. Thank you.

  • @robgrimstad
    @robgrimstad 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I have been racking my brain trying to understand. All my professor has done is read the power points to us, as if we cant do that ourselves! I learned more in this short video than I did in an entire week! Thank you~Vanessa

  • @758BexonSemaie
    @758BexonSemaie 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    living my American dream, I'm Penn Foster HIgh school doing Civics and this helped me have a clear understanding of the Senate and the House of Rep.
    I thank you very much

  • @carolwan7021
    @carolwan7021 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Thank you for this! I only wish they taught us all this in high school. I'm 43 years old and am finally getting involved in our country's politics.

    • @nonenone2669
      @nonenone2669 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I think they did. Maybe not in depth, but i know it was mentioned. I just never cared for it.

    • @BakerZone760
      @BakerZone760 ปีที่แล้ว

      They did 😂😂😂

  • @robertortiz-wilson1588
    @robertortiz-wilson1588 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love it! You have one of the best summaries out there that still has good detail. Thank you!
    Buy also, repeal the seventeenth!!!

  • @TheKvltSith
    @TheKvltSith 8 ปีที่แล้ว +416

    I am The Senate!

  • @patrickdodds7162
    @patrickdodds7162 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    WOW! You made this so accessible! In less than 7 minutes I was able to understand the distinction between the house and the senate than in a way I never could in school. Great work, sir! Subscribed!

  • @tonymateo1000
    @tonymateo1000 7 ปีที่แล้ว +100

    Back in the old days, politicians live, shopped, got their haircut, ate with the people, the people would stop them in town and let him know what they thought of him, So they had to face the consequences of his policies on a personal level, Now politicians may not live in town, city, county or even state. Thus politicians can hide away from the people, even the people they ripped off. They don't have to be face to face with their voters, and since politics is so much more complex now, and most people don't really understand politics, they can hide behind the political complexcity.,

    • @Jess-ew3tm
      @Jess-ew3tm 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Which is why town hall meetings are important. These politicians are SHADY af nowadays

    • @blueberrypoptart2424
      @blueberrypoptart2424 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Vote Beto

    • @beatleme2
      @beatleme2 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      nope voting Cruz

    • @danielgray2909
      @danielgray2909 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I'm sure in the old days you could have a public meal without getting jumped by a bunch of crazy liberals

    • @ian1352
      @ian1352 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@danielgray2909 You mean crazy liberals like the founders?

  • @fergusmallon1337
    @fergusmallon1337 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you. As a Canadian I am very familiar with the workings of our parliamentary system but I have never quite understood the goings on south of the border. I have found it all rather byzantine. This is a very good start in clarification.

  • @youngfox2186
    @youngfox2186 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Palpatine: OMG, they are speaking about me on TH-cam!

  • @DelvonTaylor
    @DelvonTaylor ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The best explanation that I have heard, I pray to the Most High that they, the Aristocratic Elites dont take it down

  • @estherr
    @estherr 6 ปีที่แล้ว +828

    Who’s here after watching the election???
    edit: wow wasn’t expecting to get this many likes lol thanks

    • @SweetAlis1
      @SweetAlis1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      Senate sounds so useless lol good thing we got the House back to represent the People

    • @jitrayn2284
      @jitrayn2284 6 ปีที่แล้ว +69

      Alissa Zambelli classic libtard

    • @elymarytakhaoya5225
      @elymarytakhaoya5225 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Trumps Wall a third of the senate will be up for re-election in 2 years. Lol and republicans will be doing a lot of defending then 😅

    • @jitrayn2284
      @jitrayn2284 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Raccoon Bandit 🦅 🧠 liberals, smh

    • @eddiemoses80
      @eddiemoses80 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Me i was trying to figure this out for a min and Ran into Matt Damon big thanks Lets go BIG RED!

  • @gendoll5006
    @gendoll5006 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’m in my 30’s and this 2024 election was the first time I’ve ever voted. I didn’t think it would be a big deal, but it instantly made me feel different. All these clips on YT of Senators questioning ppl and the House passing bills and all that, I never knew how exactly it worked but after voting I want to learn who does what, why, when, where, and how I can make my voice heard. Thank you for the video!

  • @bluemoose2986
    @bluemoose2986 7 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Please do a piece clarifying the difference between a Democracy and a Republic. I, personally, believe that many Americans do not understand the difference and how our government was framed in a way that embodies both of these forms of representation. Thanks in advance. :)

    • @tomrichey
      @tomrichey  7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      That topic is definitely on my list!

    • @Keegeth
      @Keegeth 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's a Constitutional Republic. A lot of people on the right say that and the left and uniformed people say we're a democracy which is 3/4 false. "and to the Republic for which it stands"

    • @Mendoza1414
      @Mendoza1414 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      RightWingKing we live in a Democracy, we elect our President.

    • @Keegeth
      @Keegeth 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@Mendoza1414 Do you not know how the presidential election works?

    • @Keegeth
      @Keegeth 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Mendoza1414 If we lived in an all out democracy, you chose about 6 citys, tally up the votes and boom, the president gets elected. People in Rural America and people in the suburbs would have no say.

  • @shmookins
    @shmookins 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much. It is so much clearer for me now. And your videos is very clean and clear, too. :D

  • @exploreryen
    @exploreryen 8 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    Clear presentation, I have a better understanding on US gov now.

    • @jbond5834
      @jbond5834 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      it is us congress, not gov

    • @jillfanning749
      @jillfanning749 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      J Bond Congress is obviously a part of the U.S.
      government 😂

    • @josorr
      @josorr 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      This is basic 8th grade civics.

    • @starfirestudio.8236
      @starfirestudio.8236 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It Takes two bills to regain our Treasury and resources. USA for Americans. You need to enrich and empower the Messenger. Now and Get the treasury and resources Back into American hands. Send your $$checks to: USA Treasury PAC. Mr. Duffy 170th A Wood Lake, MN 56297. We can do things as Americans Again. Our money should support Citizens and USA Bushiness not Old-world Undeserving Sand Gypsies and English Royal criminals. $100 is fine, you know we desperately need two bills now.share

  • @neventomicic330
    @neventomicic330 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is very nicely and clearly presented. Congrats.

    • @tomrichey
      @tomrichey  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad I could help!

  • @pikira2246
    @pikira2246 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you for this explanation, it helped me learned about their distinctive powers. So apparently, The Senate has the power to nominate roles to the Judical Branch, Cabinet, and Ambassadors. They can also ratify or reject treaties. The House however has the power where Revenue and taxes must pass through here.

  • @faytsampouri1466
    @faytsampouri1466 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very explanatory , straight to the point,,,and comprehensible. .well done

  • @pumation444
    @pumation444 8 ปีที่แล้ว +194

    Are you related to Matt Damon? :p

    • @tomrichey
      @tomrichey  8 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      LOL

    • @cyrusthegreat1370
      @cyrusthegreat1370 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      HAHAHA damn

    • @rr2674
      @rr2674 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lol! I said to myself that this guy looks like Matt Damon, then I scrolled down and say your comment!!! 😂😂

    • @Baker.Matthew
      @Baker.Matthew 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Its that caveman eye brow

  • @cucurulo1945
    @cucurulo1945 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great direct explanation! Tom and love your casual way ! drinking your cup of coffee!

  • @souldeep808
    @souldeep808 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Bless your heart. It reminded me how much I hated my government class. I watched the WHOLE video and at best I am "less confused". Filibuster? Articles of Impeachment? One is Federal and one is National and those are different? ...And there's also a Cabinet?? I'm going to GOOGLE all these things and maybe watch this video again. Probably not. But you did a great job!!

  • @ssaniassania8744
    @ssaniassania8744 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have been watching so many videos and didn’t understand a bit and this is the best I have ever come across to

  • @crazyforcoffee5950
    @crazyforcoffee5950 8 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I AM THE SENATE!

  • @sarahpattersonmusic1410
    @sarahpattersonmusic1410 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great. Thank you for the clarity - from across the water in the UK, Sarah

  • @gageoliver2186
    @gageoliver2186 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    51 yrs old and no matter how many times or different ways its explained to me I still dont get it. But when I was in 8th grade I understood the entire shebang from bottom to top so whoever said with age comes wisdom they never met me lmfao

  • @FaresMosa-f8p
    @FaresMosa-f8p ปีที่แล้ว +1

    To the members of the American Congress... We in Iraq have begun to doubt that the aircraft carriers Eisenhower and Ford in the Mediterranean and the Arabian Sea are Iranian and not American... Do you know the reason? This is because America, France, Britain, China and Russia can not close the Strait of Hormuz, the Strait of Bab al-Mandab, the Strait of Gibraltar and control the Mediterranean Sea... Only the Iranian Empire can do that, as it alone is the stronger than the countries of the UN Security Council combined.

  • @robrick9361
    @robrick9361 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    The coffee mug is what solidifies his credibility.

    • @starfirestudio.8236
      @starfirestudio.8236 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It Takes two bills to regain our Treasury and resources. USA for Americans. You need to enrich and empower the Messenger. Now and Get the treasury and resources Back into American hands. Send your $$checks to: USA Treasury PAC. Mr. Duffy 170th A Wood Lake, MN 56297. We can do things as Americans Again. Our money should support Citizens and USA Bushiness not Old-world Undeserving Sand Gypsies and English Royal criminals. $100 is fine, you know we desperately need two bills now.share

  • @patelvidhu4840
    @patelvidhu4840 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Best video on the senate and the house. Thanks.

  • @mikeh5399
    @mikeh5399 8 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    The senate can also undo the president's veto with a 2/3 vote

    • @Nomadic-canadian
      @Nomadic-canadian 8 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Both houses have to do it

    • @michaellieske7173
      @michaellieske7173 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Mike Hermida That is a good point. Most people do not know that.

    • @mazibukomail
      @mazibukomail 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes indeed, Reagan's veto of sanctions against my country South Africa was overturned, thank you to US Senators

    • @Keegeth
      @Keegeth 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Not a pocket veto though.

  • @bluemoose2986
    @bluemoose2986 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice. Informative, educational, concise, clarifying, rational, accurate, and on and on. Good work. I think more Americans, all of us, could use more of this kind of information, delivered in this way, and for numerous reasons. Thank you.

    • @thelmaprioux8241
      @thelmaprioux8241 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The Political Group and Federal Government Laws aren't enforced.. DOL AGENCIES don't have any Policy and Procedures they must go by... Many Violations against Company and ABOVE THE LAW.. I'm fixing to send Certified Mail..

  • @Kbooskie21
    @Kbooskie21 6 ปีที่แล้ว +95

    Watching this I feel like I don't know what he's saying but I do know what he's saying. You know what I'm saying?

    • @Kededian
      @Kededian 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Youre beautiful...

    • @jh299110
      @jh299110 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      What the hell are you saying?

    • @geoffbeyer1873
      @geoffbeyer1873 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      You're saying that you know what he's saying, although you feel like you don't know what he's saying, so you say what you know, which is what he's saying...…
      Is what I'm saying about what you're saying, what you're saying?

    • @brankind969
      @brankind969 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Kbooskie21 You MUST be a Liberal....ah hahaha.

    • @Kbooskie21
      @Kbooskie21 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@brankind969 No I am Republican but thanks for assuming my party because you couldn't take a joke. Lol

  • @EricHowl
    @EricHowl 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for making a subject that has evaded me my whole life concise and digestable. I could listen to your accent all day lol

  • @jeremymills238
    @jeremymills238 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for the great explanation!

  • @benchang1022
    @benchang1022 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you. We need more of this.

  • @whiskeytangofoxtrot_001
    @whiskeytangofoxtrot_001 6 ปีที่แล้ว +126

    Senate = House of Lords
    House = House of Commons

    • @whiskeytangofoxtrot_001
      @whiskeytangofoxtrot_001 6 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      @Texas Made - *The United States Congress is structurally based on the British Parliament,* with its two chambers - the House of Commons and the House of Lords. This is a historical fact. The rest is subjective opinions.

    • @goosecouple
      @goosecouple 6 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      @Texas Made commie detected.

    • @foxtrapwilliam5879
      @foxtrapwilliam5879 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Texas Made democrat r worse lol stop listen to Msbc

    • @khx9697
      @khx9697 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Texas Made definetely not bernie

    • @ashleyhill5027
      @ashleyhill5027 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Sasuke Uchiha texas is mexico dumb ass

  • @chambersma
    @chambersma 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Enjoyed your video. I teach GED and students need an excellent knowledge of Civics to pass. I'm always reviewing these topics to make sure I don't leave out the most important issues.

  • @lbjmuzic
    @lbjmuzic 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Well the one thing I know about having Trump as my President is that , I'm getting a Gov't education in every area...😂😂😂

  • @motherknows8894
    @motherknows8894 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you.This presentation answers so many questions for me. Keep it up!

  • @Gratusgratus
    @Gratusgratus 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I wish, Tom, that you could have three columns: The Senate, Congress and the President, according to their Constitutional powers and privileges.

  • @samrcat4077
    @samrcat4077 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    After yesterday's election with split results, I decided to share your great summary in Facebook. Thanks!

  • @3dge--runner
    @3dge--runner 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    very well done. thanks for this.

    • @tomrichey
      @tomrichey  8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +Who am I? You're quite welcome!

  • @slomo663
    @slomo663 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Watched this just after 2018 midterms - wish I’d seen it a few weeks prior. Thanks!

  • @ibrahimseck8520
    @ibrahimseck8520 5 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    Who is here to understand Trump impeachment going on now ?

    • @MrJay197409
      @MrJay197409 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Impeachment is first by the House of Representatives. The Senate is on actually puts the president on trial . They have the power to remove him from office.

    • @littledudefromacrossthestr5755
      @littledudefromacrossthestr5755 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ibrahim Seck ok then

    • @yaya-305
      @yaya-305 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      LOL I’m here 30% for that reason. Major reason is to keep the definition of politics in my head.

    • @freewill51
      @freewill51 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @John Doe Better than an uneducated president that can't even complete a sentence.

    • @josephcoletrain4914
      @josephcoletrain4914 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @John Doe and will be again

  • @Shardrk23
    @Shardrk23 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I wish I had seen it explained like this while I was in school. Well done.

    • @tomrichey
      @tomrichey  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you!

  • @Cartoonman154
    @Cartoonman154 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    That mug is from Amsterdam. Someone has been to the red light district. lol

    • @jw5356
      @jw5356 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cartoonman154 - Who, you?

    • @grxygxds
      @grxygxds 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Orange Man Bad

    • @forestnymphconfessions3596
      @forestnymphconfessions3596 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lol, SOMEONE noticed something I didn't. 🤣✌

    • @jamie.daugherty
      @jamie.daugherty 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ohhhhh shiiiiiieeeeetttt

  • @yveeriksson7437
    @yveeriksson7437 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best explanation I've seen this far. I'm not American, but I want to understand how US works. I'm glad to see that even the Americans finds this political system confusing.

  • @elchapo7684
    @elchapo7684 8 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Nice Amsterdam cup sir.

  • @doconnor1354
    @doconnor1354 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice review of two houses I had forgotten about. Thanks, Tom

  • @rickyrichy5496
    @rickyrichy5496 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Ah. Got it! I like this dude

  • @MiaMixx
    @MiaMixx 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for saving my behind ; I have used many of your videos to get me through my program!

  • @jorgesan18
    @jorgesan18 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Who is here after watching the impeachment news lol

  • @irfankareem3228
    @irfankareem3228 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    this is extremely concise but comprehensive information.
    Double thumbs up!

  • @Fire_Summoner
    @Fire_Summoner 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    The US is a Constitutional Democratic Republic. The House of Representatives, The Senete, The Supreme Court, and the President combined as one government is a good way to divide power and representation.

    • @kindersmash42
      @kindersmash42 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      FIRE_LORD510 (constitutional presidential republic)**** not a democracy

    • @Fire_Summoner
      @Fire_Summoner 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So is the People’s Republic of China. But they don’t have democracy, we do. We elect the republic, China does not. Both of us are a Republic.

    • @squareone5699
      @squareone5699 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      FIRE_LORD510 The key is “Constitutional”. Our constitution affords protections to the individual. Democracy is a mob rule; if majority decides, for example, that all Evangelican Christians should be executed, they would be......in Constitutional Republic it would never happen. That’ why Democrats want to dismantle Constitution.

    • @squareone5699
      @squareone5699 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jim Alley You are a bigot. You encompass all what our country stands against.

  • @ceal4046
    @ceal4046 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    as someone from the UK, this is the 1st video I have seen that finally explains the differences clearly. THANK YOU

    • @RCrudi
      @RCrudi 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm a fellow Brit learning about the US system, but the meaning of the mug is the unanswered question.

  • @joprockandroll4931
    @joprockandroll4931 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Help bring back Civics classes to our schools~!

    • @josorr
      @josorr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      OMG !! They're not teaching Civics anymore? That explains a lot.

  • @BigDMartial
    @BigDMartial 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So Senate mostly focuses on the body of the Federal Government itself and the House primarily focuses on serving the interest of the people? From what I gathered.

  • @thewargodking5463
    @thewargodking5463 6 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    So what happens if Democrats take house of representatives and Republicans hold Senate then? Was does that mean for trump?

    • @MustardGamings
      @MustardGamings 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      It's basically meaning that nothing is going to get past for 2 years

    • @thewargodking5463
      @thewargodking5463 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MustardGamings so what does the Senate do and what does the house do?

    • @MustardGamings
      @MustardGamings 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@thewargodking5463 the senate says yes or no on the Bill's the house make so if each team own one there is gonna be alot of nos and disagreement

    • @thewargodking5463
      @thewargodking5463 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MustardGamings sounds really confusing but thanks for the summary haha

    • @MustardGamings
      @MustardGamings 6 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@thewargodking5463 yea, basically we mostly won since nothing is going to get past which is good and had, it is better than the dems controlling everything ... I shutter of the thought

  • @gsaarchitecturalmechanical5872
    @gsaarchitecturalmechanical5872 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you very much my friend. Please continue to educate the people. God bless

  • @marysims9720
    @marysims9720 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Learnt a lot thanks. I’m from Australia and I had been watching the judge kavanaugh hearings up to the midterms. I’m a conservative so I was wondering what the difference between the two houses were now that the libs have taken control. I believe president trump can do great things no matter what stands in his way. ♥️🇦🇺🇺🇸♥️

  • @RawFitChris
    @RawFitChris 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Our American constitutional law and the branches of government is really a fantastic system of measured justice. I'm so proud of it and learning more every day.

  • @chilled99
    @chilled99 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Sadly this should all be known already

    • @canadiandude24
      @canadiandude24 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s so complicated

    • @chilled99
      @chilled99 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      ★ Froggie Animation ★ It’s not my fault they don’t teach you this in school, it’s theirs and it’s intentional. That’s why it’s sad.
      You’re blaming the wrong person for your ignorance, which is actually just what they want.

  • @BE-zn4to
    @BE-zn4to 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Aristocratic concept is substantial and brilliant. Thanks!

    • @tomrichey
      @tomrichey  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad I can help!

  • @MrMRMatthewMateo
    @MrMRMatthewMateo 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    America is a republic, not a democracy. Therefore the house would be more representative of the people rather than democratic as you incorrectly describe.

    • @Alexander-gj9ms
      @Alexander-gj9ms 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's meaningless to say things like "America is a republic, not a democracy" - only stupid uneducated Republicans say that kind of shit. The USA is a constitutional republic with a democratic system of government (a representative democracy to be exact). I thought they taught this shit in schools?

    • @artdogg50
      @artdogg50 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Alexander-gj9ms You would think so. Unfortunately people get amnesia when things don't exactly go their way. Primitive base basic instincts start to kick in or that of a child.

  • @houstonclark1765
    @houstonclark1765 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Super helpful! thanks, Mr. Richey

  • @thelampman6582
    @thelampman6582 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    who else can see trump doing a great job so much every one flees there own country to be here this did not happen with obama!

  • @nomidrawsbears2163
    @nomidrawsbears2163 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Super helpful. I'm studying for my civics test and this clearly explained the differences between the Senate and House. Thank you so much!

  • @princeofconquest7800
    @princeofconquest7800 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The 17th amendment was a mistake

    • @tomrichey
      @tomrichey  6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Agreed.

    • @bassman_0074
      @bassman_0074 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So was the 16th. Allowing the feds to tax the citizens of a state and then to pull funding out of the state whenever they wanted something was a huge blow to federalism and the 10th amendment.

  • @DMZ67Y2Y2
    @DMZ67Y2Y2 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Less than 15% of US high school seniors would ever be treated to this expose. Bravo!

  • @veckansbabe
    @veckansbabe 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Bro put down your cup wtf lol

    • @jw5356
      @jw5356 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Fabian Richert - you didn't learn anything did you

    • @domingososa7293
      @domingososa7293 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Is that all you got from this video?? What a moron you are..

  • @myaudiobookschannel3625
    @myaudiobookschannel3625 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I tried googling this and didn't completely understand it. Thanks for this.

  • @billbob8572
    @billbob8572 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You know why you're here 😉

  • @margaretwerthwein9181
    @margaretwerthwein9181 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved the refresher !! Thank you for educating America 🎉🎉🎊🎊👏👏👏👍👍👍👍

  • @hellcat320
    @hellcat320 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    im Canadian but i find the US politcal system quiet interesting. If i were American I would definately be a republican.

    • @dewanmdurnto3592
      @dewanmdurnto3592 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      ofcourse you will be a republican you old fart

  • @nickengineroom
    @nickengineroom 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thankyou mate .
    Very informative.
    Blessings from Australia 🇦🇺

  • @Swordmaster7th
    @Swordmaster7th 6 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Based on the number of upvotes to comments here, it's obvious that there are more republicans here who actually care about the country rather than democrats blindly listening to what their movie star idol told them to do.

    • @artdogg50
      @artdogg50 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And Republicans really need to stop being crybabies when they occasionally lose. Its not very becoming.

    • @PreciousBoxer
      @PreciousBoxer 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Republicans are the same as Democrats. These are simply forms of religion, which makes them synonymous with a cult. Bow down before the one you serve and you'll get what you deserve.
      P.S. Reagan and Trump were both previously motion picture celebrities and Republican, with blind followers. No Democrat POTUS has held such credentials prior to assuming office. Now you know.

    • @TheChazz1225
      @TheChazz1225 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@artdogg50 I've yet to see a single Republican crying on the lawns of the Lincoln memorial following the mid-term results. Most if not all of them just went to work the following day.

    • @simplethings3730
      @simplethings3730 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm going to go out on a limb here and blindly say you are a Republican. The things I blindly do are based on government sources and reports from mainstream media. Now you can say something stupid about mainstream media. When you do don't forget to list your source.

    • @Swordmaster7th
      @Swordmaster7th 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@artdogg50 well idk about you, but I don't know of any riots happening when Republicans lose anything. Democrats are animals. Anymore, I feel that republicans are beginning to be more progressive these days while democrats run on blind hate for decision making. If you think that blaming a white person or blaming a man for your problems will solve them, you need to reevaluate you life, because that's the most racist sexist shit ever.
      I voted Obama 2 times, and you know why? Cause he was black. I thought it would bring the world together more. But when I voted Trump I'm a racist sexist Nazi. I'm Republican now because this is literally turning into the sane lawful vs the insane emotional people.
      I was wrong to vote for Obama for the reason I did. Voting because of race or gender is wrong, no matter what. Voting for someone based on the person is what matters. Trump is outgoing and aggressive, but you know what he is that many others aren't? He is genuine, he doesn't hide what he's thinking. He means what he says and gets to the point. He personality made him the successful person he is.
      The news is not news either anymore. No one listens to good news, it doesnt make money. It's a bias opinion drama show anymore, negative criticisms get views and finances, and many of you are just swallowing it. Late night shows are just as bad, it used to be funny, but now it's just a comedian spewing bias views. If you think Trump is racist against Mexicans because he wants to enforce legal immigration, your plain stupid. Legal immigrating brings in people with a good background also bringing in people who ACTUALLY BOTHER to follow the law. That's not racism, that is anti illegal immigration.
      If you do not bother to do your own research and just believe one resource, your decision won't be accurate. And so after explaining this, from now on until democrats get their act together, I'm voting republican. But then again that's my so called evil opinion.

  • @DoctorMotorcycle
    @DoctorMotorcycle 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Being a Senator sounds actually pretty cool. Unlimited debate? Longer terms? Only one other senator from my state I have to know? It's amazing how much of this stuff I forgot since leaving high school.

  • @m.leewoe186
    @m.leewoe186 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    UGH what a horrible system... California has 2 representatives in the Senate and Alaska also has 2...what genius thought this would be a good idea...one's that didn't understand in the future certain states would be home to most of Americans. Just IMAGINE if everyone started moving to major cities... and that there were only 10,000 people in alaska... millions have the same vote as 10k? this is ABSURD.

    • @m.leewoe186
      @m.leewoe186 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Girl, how in the hell is that equal?! that's like 1,000 to 1! that's like giving a teacher one child and giving another teacher 1,000 kids to take care of and calling it fair...

    • @frankien1672
      @frankien1672 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I don’t wanna replay the video but I believe senate is more about the country as a whole. It’s house job to represent the people.

    • @TheBakonBitz
      @TheBakonBitz 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Emily Woeber California has 53 representatives and Alaska only has 1. The dichotomy between the House and the Senate is the fairest system of representation ever devised. If the Senate was like the House, the majority could utterly impose their will on the minority without consequence.

    • @rockraven2159
      @rockraven2159 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Those states didn't exist when the rules were created.

    • @1001spencer
      @1001spencer 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      TheBakonBitz You make it sound like a terrible idea for the majority to “utterly impose” theirs idea on the minority, the the majority imposing their ideas is the very idea of democracy. Representation by the people

  • @stripes497
    @stripes497 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a very good tutorial video on the structure of BOTH. The United States Senate as well as The United States House of Representatives.

  • @marisoltorres68
    @marisoltorres68 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very good break down and comparison! Thank you!

  • @alabamajenny8751
    @alabamajenny8751 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    My maiden name was “Richey” spelled same. New follower. Thank you.

  • @wibensaristide4118
    @wibensaristide4118 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very clear, thank you!

  • @Zaloomination
    @Zaloomination 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Liked and Subscribed. So glad I found this video and your channel. This is obviously a timely distinction video with the GOP retaining the Senate and the Dems the House. My civics knowledge is seriously lacking, and I plan on learning more through your concise and informative videos. Thanks! Any other suggestions on how our republic works?

  • @christinaartista697
    @christinaartista697 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    But seriously, glad I found this in 2020 (incredibly useful and well spoken presenter).

  • @preyontheweak9566
    @preyontheweak9566 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great presentation Tom

  • @rileysexton1013
    @rileysexton1013 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This was the video I needed, thank you.

  • @GoldenPhil
    @GoldenPhil 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent lesson. thank you for this posting. very clear concise and informative.

  • @simonsmith3030
    @simonsmith3030 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good explanation. I recently watched a James Stewart film about a namesake of mine :-) "Mr Smith Goes To Washington", where he plays a senator who filibusters...

  • @quizaj
    @quizaj 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm loving all of these AP Gov videos!

  • @innertubez
    @innertubez 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for this succinct yet informative video.

  • @fletchlives4763
    @fletchlives4763 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gosh being a non political person and getting into this whole mess now wishing I haven’t. I was completely confused and no knowledge on this midterms stuff . Thanks for the video excellent well spoke I understand now

    • @tomrichey
      @tomrichey  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad to help!