Why do presidents choose to veto legislation? Provide three distinct reasons and clearly explain the justification for each.

What will be an ideal response?


Answers could include the following: the bill is unconstitutional, it encroaches on the president’s independence, it is unwise public policy, it would be too unwieldy to administer, it is too expensive, it allows him/her to emphasize partisan differences.

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Conservatives argue that the media has a liberal bias

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The Virginia Plan

a. allowed the national legislature to nullify state laws. b. provided for the president to be chosen by an electoral college. c. was supported by small states. d. severely limited the scope of national government. e. promoted political equality by giving the poor access to political power

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Proposition 13 was considered in court for its unequal treatment of homeowners and was

a. dismissed b. altered. c. upheld. d. struck down.

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When are voters most likely to make decisions based on the candidate’s party affiliation? ?

a. When the race is particularly close  b. When one of the candidates is a member of a minority group  c. When information about the candidates is scarce  d. When the issues are particularly controversial 

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