What was the nature of the issues that led to the Ruiz v. Estelle case, and what was the ruling in the case? How did the state respond to Judge Justice's ruling in the case? Is Texas's prison population too large? Explain your response
What will be an ideal response?
1. Describe the problems in the state prison system that led to the Ruiz case.
2. Explain the ruling of Judge Justice including some of the specific problems with prison conditions that he identified.
3. Discuss state responses to the ruling including the creation of new treatment programs, changes in penalties for different types of crimes, and the doubling of the size of the prison system.
4. State and defend a position regarding the size of Texas's prison population.
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Much of the growth of federal government spending over the years is attributed to __________
a. deficit spending b. discretionary spending c. entitlement programs d. mandatory spending
Which statement regarding water use and cost is not true? a. As urban populations grow, projections are that by 2040, Texas cities will use more water than Texas farmers. b. As urban populations grow, the cities can afford to pay more for water than agricultural interests can
c. As urban dwellers move to rural areas for more land, the battle over water between rural and urban areas will even out. d. The battle between rice farmers and the Lower Colorado River Authority exemplifies the fight over cost and use of Texas's limited water resources. e. As urban populations grow, cities will inevitably crowd farmers out of the water market.
Describe the fiscal responsibilities and powers of Congress and the president
What will be an ideal response?
Which of the following is an argument most likely to be made by realists?
a. The best way to avoid conflict is to mind your own business. b. Conflict is inevitable, so states must devote resources to increasing military power. c. Countries that are trading partners are less likely to have conflicts with each other. d. If you eliminate weapons, security will improve.