The history of American political parties ______.
a. is a story about narrowing their focus to their party-in-government functions
b. starts within a decade of the adoption of the Constitution
c. implies that third parties can never impact presidential elections
d. demonstrates that they are unnecessary for democratic politics
e. predates the writing of the Constitution
b. starts within a decade of the adoption of the Constitution
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Eminent domain is considered lawful under the __________ clause
a. takings b. privileges or immunities c. due process d. establishment
The standing committees of the Texas Legislature engage in oversight of the executive branch ______.
a. because there is a natural distrust of the executive among members of the legislature b. to assure that procedures, standards, and regulations developed by the agencies follow legislative intent c. because the executive is staffed mostly by political appointees who require constant monitoring d. because constituents demand it and reward it e. to placate powerful interest groups
Business groups and trade associations are NOT generally interested in achieving which of the following?
A) Low taxes for business B) Restricted union influence C) Favorable regulatory climate D) Establishing the right to collective bargaining E) Maintaining a favorable climate for business in Texas
Which of the following types of schools are privately funded and not religious, but free for students to attend?
A. charter B. home C. public D. magnet