🏛️ Who Does What?
Understanding who holds power—and how they’re expected to use it.
🏛️ Legislative Branch
- 👉 Makes laws
- 👉 Debates policy
- 👉 Represents the people
⚖️ Judicial Branch
- 👉 Interprets laws
- 👉 Ensures fairness
- 👉 Protects rights
🦅 Executive Branch
- 👉 Enforces laws
- 👉 Implements policy
- 👉 Leads government operations
đź‘Ą Who Are the People Behind Each Branch?
Government isn’t just made up of branches—it’s made up of people in specific roles.
These are the individuals you’ll see making decisions, leading departments, and serving your community every day.
🏛️ Legislative Roles
- U.S. Senators
- U.S. Representatives
- State Senators
- State Representatives
- City Council Members
⚖️ Judicial Roles
- Supreme Court Justices
- Federal Judges
- State Judges
- Magistrates
🦅 Executive Roles
- President
- Governor
- Mayor
- Attorney General
- Agency Directors
⚖️ Power Comes With Responsibility
Understanding who does what is only part of the story.
Just as important is how leaders are expected to treat one another while doing the work of the people.
🎤 What Is Decorum?
In government, there are rules that go beyond laws—rules about behavior. These are called decorum.
Decorum means leaders are expected to:
- Speak to ideas, not attack people
- Debate policies, not personalities
- Assume good intent, even in disagreement
These standards exist to keep the focus on the work—not personal conflict.
Because when conversations become personal, progress slows down—and the people lose.
🎥 The HFO Civic Minute: Decorum in Action
Understanding who does what is only part of the story.
Just as important is how leaders are expected to treat one another while doing the work of the people.
In government, there are rules beyond laws—rules about behavior. These are called decorum.
Decorum keeps debates focused on ideas—not personal attacks. It ensures that even in disagreement, respect remains, and the work moves forward.
🎥 Watch this quick breakdown to see how decorum works on the House and Senate floor—and why it matters.
🎥 Watch how decorum works in real time.
🧠Know Your Power: Your Rights & Responsibilities
You’re not just a bystander—you’re a key player.
From speaking up at town halls to casting your ballot, your rights give you power, and your responsibilities give you purpose.
This system was built for participation. When you understand your role, you don’t just observe government—you help shape it.
🎤 Lady Humanity Says:
“Ask not what your country can do for you—ask what you can do for your country.’ – John F. Kennedy.
My thought? The country is you. When you step up, you shape the future we all live in. So let’s roll up those sleeves, because the power to make a difference is already in your hands.” – Lady Humanity