Describe the three main types of group identities examined in the text, providing examples of each. Are some of these characteristics more influential on foreign policy opinions than others? Why is it important to understand the demographics of public opinion?
What will be an ideal response?
Answers should identify and describe physical traits (such as gender, age, and race), social associations (such as education, wealth, and religion), and belief systems (including ideology and political party). Answers regarding the importance of understanding demographics will vary but should acknowledge how these demographics allow policy makers to make reliable predictions about different groups on a variety of foreign policy issues.
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a. an e-mail encouraging members to contact their senators and representatives in Congress b. an organization asking members for donations to support the group's work c. a meeting held with a legislator in the legislator's home district d. a group submitting written testimony in a congressional hearing
After the extraordinary economic success of the 1990s, the United States faced all of the following challenges EXCEPT
a. losses in the new technology market, greatly reducing personal savings and pension plans for many. b. a rising trade deficit in which imports to the United States were much higher than its exports. c. the widening gap between rich and poor in America. d. Americans increased their savings and reduced personal debt relative to investments.
The framers of the 1876 Texas constitution adopted a plural executive system in order to
A. provide an additional check on the legislative branch. B. make the executive branch the dominant of the three. C. increase oversight of state agencies. D. limit the power of the governor.
In the case of Citizens United v. FEC, the Supreme Court held that which amendment allows corporations to spend their funds to engage in independent campaigns for candidates?
a. First b. Second c. Fourth d. Fifth e. Sixth