Summarize the Court's decision in Swann and discuss how this ruling has guided subsequent integration cases.

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? There must be a showing of intent to discriminate.? The existence of segregated schools in areas with a history of segregation creates a presumption of intent.? Remedies will not be limited to freedom of choice plans or "walk in" schools.? Quotas may be employed in the assignment of teachers, pupils, redistricting, and court-ordered busing.? Not every school must reflect the special composition of the school system as a whole.

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Under the preferred position doctrine, any speech or writing is presumed constitutional unless the government can prove that it presents what?

a. a serious and immediate danger b. a preferred position c. prior restraint d. a wall of separation

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The current salary for legislators in Texas was established by

a. the governor. b. the legislature. c. the Texas Supreme Court. d. a constitutional amendment. e. the Legislative Budget Board.

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The problem of nuclear proliferation became somewhat easier to control when the Soviet Union collapsed

Indicate whether this statement is true or false

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Some critics are wary of opinions polls. Identify and describe two common criticisms levied against the use of polls in assessing public opinion

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