Which of the following actions gives the president an advantage over Congress in promoting policy?
(A) Using the franking privilege
(B) Impounding funding for projects of which the president disapproves
(C) Invoking senatorial courtesy
(D) Utilizing the media through the bully pulpit
(E) Invoking the power to end a filibuster
Answer: (D) Utilizing the media through the bully pulpit
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a. determine whether the accused is to be released on bail and, if so, to set the amount of bail. b. inform the accused of all constitutional rights and guarantees. c. allow the defendant to plead to the charges. d. determine whether there is probable cause for the accused to be subjected to a formal trial.
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