Discuss the differences between the major parties today. What are the most important constituencies of each party? Are these constituencies currently stable or in flux? Do the parties adequately represent the beliefs and concerns of their average supporters? Do the events of recent years suggest that a realignment is taking place in the American political system, or will dealignment remain the prevailing trend?
What will be an ideal response?
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During the 2016 presidential election, some news outlets reported that Hillary Clinton had sold weapons to ISIS and that Donald Trump had been endorsed by the Pope. These stories are examples ofÂ
A. scorekeeping. B. framing. C. priming. D. fake news. E. agenda-setting.
Poverty in Texas __________.
A. is concentrated among Anglos in the Dallas suburbs B. is more pronounced in the counties along the border with Mexico C. is defined differently than it is elsewhere in the country D. is something that tends not to affect children
In addition to other economic development activities, states directly invest start-up capital in new companies that have excellent prospects for growth
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
Which of the following statements about mandates is correct?
A) There is an increase in the number of mandates imposed by the federal government. B) There is a decrease in the number of mandates imposed by the state government. C) There is a decrease in the number of mandates imposed by all governments. D) There are no mandates in Texas.