One thing highlighted in relation to the countries studied in this text is _____________, which are important historical moments when political actors make decisions that shape institutions and future outcomes
a. precipitating events
b. critical junctures
c. catastrophic moments
d. crucial points
e. critical crossroads
b
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A. externalities B. monopolies C. inability to fulfill social values. D. imperfect information.
Restate the meaning of the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution in your own words and explain the policy-making tension that it has created between states and the federal government.
What will be an ideal response?
Which of these people is likely to have the most difficulty operating freely in an illiberal democracy?
a. A worker with advanced technology skills b. An entrepreneur who wants a government subsidy c. An activist who wants to start a new political party d. A bureaucrat who wants to reduce wasteful expenditures
In some cases, such as that of O. J. Simpson in the 1990s, the defendant may be acquitted of a murder charge but may also be required in a separate court action to pay a large fine for "wrongful death." Under what type of law is the wrongful death suit generated?
A) criminal law B) civil law C) constitutional law D) common law E) appeal