Why do Medicare and Social Security have such a broad base of support?
A. There is consensus in the United States that the elderly should be able to retire with dignity.
B. Since we all pay income taxes, we have a stake in maintaining these programs.
C. Everyone who has paid into the system receives benefits no matter how rich or poor he or she is.
D. Celebrities highlight the benefits of the system.
Answer: C
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Which state recently adopted a Citizens Redistricting Commission (CRC) that is unusual both for its independence and the complex process used to ensure its independence?
a. Pennsylvania b. Florida c. California d. Colorado
When it came to public opinion, the Founders of the United States were principally concerned with what?
a. that public opinion would undermine the supremacy of the legislature b. that public opinion would be susceptible to radical and frequent shifts c. that public opinion would too closely mirror public policies d. that public opinion would be immoveable in times of crisis
A group becomes an interest group when it:
A. seeks to entertain its members with no broader purpose. B. facilitates worship and community. C. seeks to affect practices of the government. D. does not have explicit political aims. E. has a tax-exempt status.
Describe how the past economic growth of Texas has affected its present economic and publiic policy
What will be an ideal response?