United States Senate
Definition
The United States Senate is one of two chambers in Congress, consisting of 100 senators (two from each state). It plays a crucial role in crafting legislation and providing advice and consent to presidential nominations.
Analogy
Imagine that Congress is like a school, with two classrooms - one for House Representatives and one for Senators. The United States Senate can be thought of as one classroom where important decisions are made by its members.
Related terms
House of Representatives: The other chamber of Congress, consisting of representatives elected based on population size from each state.
Filibuster: A tactic used by senators to prolong debate and delay or block voting on a bill.
Committee: A group within Congress that specializes in specific policy areas or functions, such as budgeting or foreign affairs.
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