How does the frequency of elections in the United States compare with the frequency in other democratic countries? Why might this difference matter?

What will be an ideal response?


An ideal response will:
1, Indicate that elections in the United States are more numerous and frequent than in other countries.
2, Discuss the fact that the United States has a federal system of government, and the people participate in electing local, state, and national officials.
3, Indicate that in the United States political offices are independent across branches as well as levels of government.

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Which of the following countries were excluded from the 2004 enlargement of CEE countries, due to concerns about the degree of progress made in both countries in transitioning towards a democratic political system and market economy?

a. Bulgaria and Romania b. Croatia and Albania c. Czech Republic and Romania d. none of these

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International law depends on __________, collective action, and international norms for enforcement.

A. reciprocity B. organizations C. diplomatic accreditation D. courts

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Over time, initiative campaigns have become ________

A. less sophisticated and more costly B. more sophisticated and more costly C. less sophisticated and less costly D. more sophisticated and less costly

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Declining marginal propensity to consume means

A) as income increases, spending increases proportionately. B) as income increases, a smaller percentage is spent on consumer goods. C) as income increases, a larger percentage is spent on consumer goods. D) as income decreases, spending remains constant as a percentage of income.

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