Which statement best assesses the effectiveness of Texas whistle-blower legislation?
a. Whistle-blower legislation has helped to curtail poor bureaucratic decision making.
b. Millions of dollars of state tax money have been saved
c. Implementation has been poor and settlements for workers have been delayed for long periods.
d. Whistle-blower legislation has become as important as sunset review in controlling the bureaucracy.
e. Whistle-blower legislation has become one of the state's most important tools for increasing bureaucratic accountability.
c
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A) the "marketplace of ideas" B) self-governance C) a "safety valve" D) self-fulfillment E) "clear and present danger"
Which was not included in the Articles of Confederation?
A. Each state's retention of its independence and sovereignty, or ultimate authority, to govern within its territories B. A national government with a Congress empowered to make peace, coin money, appoint officers for any army, control the post office, and negotiate with Indian tribes C. The power of the national government to raise taxes D. One vote in the legislature, the Congress of the Confederation, for each state regardless of size
The movement of individuals between government and lobbying positions is known as the ______ phenomenon.
a. open window b. revolving door c. closed circuit d. employment cycle
If a criminal suspect is released from pretrial detention simply based on their promise to appear, they are said to have been released
a. on a writ of information. b. as a result of a writ of habeas corpus. c. on a Miranda petition. d. prima facie. e. on personal recognizance.