The philosophes are ______.
a. noted classical thinkers from ancient Greece
b. a group of American philosophers of the 19th century
c. thinkers associated with the European and American Enlightenment
d. French philosophers and scientists of the 18th century
c. thinkers associated with the European and American Enlightenment
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The 1964 case of Reynolds v. Sims mandated that the membership of both houses of the legislature be based on population
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Political action committees and advocacy groups are set up to
a. explicitly support a particular party subset or a candidate. b. issue "report cards" that assign grades to members based on certain votes. c. advocate for particular legislation. d. focus on one policy or issue.
One of the problems with democracy is that it does not
a. protect the voting rights of individuals. b. extend constitutional guarantees to citizens. c. always successfully protect the values of freedom and equality. d. represent the average person, rather it favors the rich. e. afford leaders the opportunity to propose policy options.
Describe the various ways the demographic composition of the American public is changing. Be sure to address race, ethnicity, age, class, and sexual preference. How are these changes altering the face of the American public? Which of these changes will present the most challenges in the near or distant future?
What will be an ideal response?