The development of the Electoral College illustrates what concern held by the Framers?
A)that citizens would be unable to resist demagogic appeals by national candidates for office
B)that citizens would be too slow and deliberate to make an efficient election decision
C)that candidates would not be qualified or effectively vetted before running for office
D)that candidates would not have a viable election strategy when they declared their candidacy for office
A
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Which of the following is expected to make enough money to cover its own costs?
A. cabinet department B. independent administrative agency C. independent regulatory commission D. government corporation E. executive office of the president
Which of the following was an important consideration during the shaping of congressional functions?
A. interventionist government B. the consolidation of powers C. creation of a confederal system D. checks and balances E. All of these answers are correct.
What is a shared power between the Senate and the Presidency?
a. They can appoint ambassadors b. The power to ratify treaties c. The power to declare war d. The power to veto bills
Which individual keeps close contact with all members of his or her party, counts votes for key legislation, prepares summaries of bills, and acts as a communications link within the party?
a. majority leader b. minority leader c. whip d. president pro tempore