Name some of the variables associated with turning out to vote.

What will be an ideal response?


Varies. Having disposable time, the difficulty (or ease) of registration requirements, timing of elections, perceived importance of a given election, political interest and beliefs about government, living in a pro-voting culture, age, nativity, educational attainment (education), race/ethnicity, homeowner status, and income.

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In recent years, public trust in the news media has increased.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Today, most positions in the federal government are

a. political executives. b. appointed by the president. c. Senior Executive Service members. d. covered by the spoils system. e. covered by civil service.

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Younger adults tend to be much more politically engaged than are middle-aged people

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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About how much of annual federal spending goes to pay interest on the national debt?

A. $30 billion B. $300 million C. $900 billion D. $30 million E. $300 billion

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