Calculations based on the voting-age population usually rely on census data because census data is
a. an accurate estimate of the number of people in a population
b. a reliable measure of the population ineligible to vote.
c. a clear computation of the number who have voted in the past.
d. a solid gauge of the portion of the population born in this country.
a
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Which of the following factors was behind the trend of presidential Republicanism that began in 1952?
a. The Republican candidate, Dwight Eisenhower, was well-liked and supported Texas sovereignty in claiming oil and gas rights off the coast. b. There was a growing difference between the state and national Republican Party. c. The Republican Party was becoming more liberal to meet the demands of changing Texans. d. Minorities were much more active in the election process.
Explain what grants-in-aid are and why the system that grew up around them was so attractive to state officials.
What will be an ideal response?
Which of the following is a consequence of the rise of television broadcasting?
a. Candidates are more capable of running for office on their own by appealing to people directly through TV. b. Individuals have a greater need for political parties to help them make decisions. c. Groups have greater access to spread their issues and messages to the public. d. The American public is better informed about politics and Congress is basing its opinions more on public opinion.
Which of the following is an example of outside lobbying?
a. Donating money to like-minded legislators b. Testifying at legislative hearings about the impact of an environmental bill c. Giving football tickets to a legislator’s’ family members d. Marching to protest the Keystone pipeline