Some states give their state legislatures an opportunity to act on measures proposed by voters. If the legislature approves, the law goes into effect, and, if not, the measure gets placed on the ballot for a public vote
This is an example of ________.
A. indirect initiative
B. gatekeeping
C. redistricting
D. gerrymandering
E. lobbying
A
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Many civil rights activists within a given country seek ___________ and political changes
a) social b) ethical c) rural d) marginal e) cultural
Approximately ________ percent of members of Congress have university degrees.
a. 33 b. 50 c. 75 d. 90
Which term is used to describe a lack of progress on enacting legislation typically caused by partisan and/or institutional infighting?
a. Roadblock b. Gridlock c. Logrolling d. Executive privilege e. None of the above
President Reagan realized his policy objectives in all but the following:
a. Reduced the number of categorical grants from the level existing in 1981 b. Created additional block grants during his administration c. Cut taxes d. Reduced the size of the federal deficit he inherited