The origination of the congressional committee system __________
a. occurred when Woodrow Wilson was president
b. is an example of change through judicial interpretation
c. took place through political practice
d. required the president's approval
ANS: C
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a. it is not owned by anyone but is used, and abused, by all. b. it is necessary for the common good of the planet. c. while its use is regulated by states, the UN has ultimate control over it. d. unlike the ocean, another common, the quality of this area can affect millions of people. e. it is the last major area of the earth left pristine.
Democrat members of Congress from moderate districts who sometimes vote with Republicans and are frequently pursued by Republican leaders are known as which of the following?
A. Blue Dog Democrats B. Fence sitters C. Logrolling Democrats D. Pork barrelers E. Swing voters
A __________ results after fissures develop in each party's coalition, which begins to fracture after new issues appear, dividing the electorate. Each party forms a new coalition—one that endures for years
a. dealignment b. national party convention c. realigning or critical election d. secular realignment
Since 1952, there have been an equal number of Democratic and Republican presidents. Beyond party identification, the main factor that accounts for this is __________
a. candidate appeal b. electoral appeal c. platform appeal d. party appeal