What happened in 1937 that prompted the Supreme Court to cease its attempts to limit the power of the national government under the commerce clause?
A) Congress enacted legislation severely limiting the Supreme Court's jurisdiction over commerce matters.
B) Japan bombed Pearl Harbor, and all parts of the government rallied around the president and his policy decisions.
C) Three members of the Supreme Court were killed in a train accident, and Franklin Roosevelt was able to replace them with justices who were loyal to his policies.
D) Franklin Roosevelt proposed legislation allowing him to appoint six additional members to the Supreme Court, sending a clear message that the Supreme Court shouldn't stand in his way any longer.
E) A new chief justice was appointed who believed in a strong role for federal government, and a bailout plan for the American people.
D
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What was unique about Manmohan Singh?
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Effective persuaders:
a. Focus on one style of presenting an issue. b. Incorporate PowerPoint presentations whenever possible. c. Use a variety of written and interpersonal communications. d. Focus on spoken communication.
Which of the following programs do liberals NOT support as a means to create a fairer capitalism?
a) Equalizing incomes b) Inheritance taxes c) Social security d) All of the above