VOA慢速英语:Most Americans Live in States Partly or Completely Under Republican Control(翻译)

chamber – n. a usually large room where members of a government group (such as a legislature) have meetings

implement – v. to begin to do or use (something, such as a plan); to make (something) active or effective

impose – v. to cause (something, such as a tax, fine, rule or punishment) to affect someone or something by using your authority

controversial – adj. relating to or causing much discussion, disagreement or argument

cement – v. to make (something) stronger