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Who Leads the US House of Representatives: Roles, Election, and Powers

The person who leads the US House of Representatives is the Speaker of the House, elected by fellow representatives at the start of each new Congress. The Speaker is chosen thro...

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AOC Overview: Role, Authority, and Legislative Profile

An AOC, or Assembly of Citizens in representative assemblies and councils, is an elected official who proposes, debates, and votes on laws affecting a specific constituency. Thi...

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