Which amendment granted the American people the right to elect senators directly?
What will be an ideal response?
17th
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Since 1960, which of the following prior positions has been the second-most common for presidents?
A. state governor B. U.S. senator C. U.S. congressman D. state lieutenant governor E. state treasurer
Someone who violates a civil law will pay damages to ______.
a. the state b. the judge c. the injured d. the federal government
The textbook argues that the United States is unlikely to change from an adversarial system of law for all of the following reasons EXCEPT this one:
a) It makes it easier to maintain the principle of "innocent until proven guilty." b) It fits with the cultural emphasis on individualism. c) It is generally acknowledged to be more fair than the inquisitorial system. d) It fits with the cultural emphasis on procedural values. e) Lawyers in the United States have a strong interest in preserving the current system.
Congress cannot establish an independent agency so that it can keep particularly tight control over that agency's functions
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.