The Court’s decision in Bush v. Gore signaled that the federal courts may

a. be heavily influenced by the will of Congress.
b. be taking a less partisan role in government.
c. have been more influential in previous elections than citizens realized.
d. play a larger role in monitoring future elections.
e. refuse to intervene in future elections.


ANS: D

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