Discuss some of the ways that public opinion and judicial traditions and doctrines such as stare decisis act as checks on the U.S. Supreme Court.
What will be an ideal response?
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Recently, political differences between California's regions have been the greatest between coastal and inland areas
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
How does the Supreme Court tend to view foreign policy?
a. As political matters that are generally outside the realm of judicial review b. As a role for Congress, not the president c. As issues that are subject to heavy judicial review d. As a role for the president, not Congress
In the coverage that ensued after the first televised presidential debate, the perception was that, among television viewers, Kennedy had won
What explains that perception, and how might it be challenged? Provide specific historical details to support your claims.
When a constitutional convention is called in a particular state, who decides how the delegates will be elected and the extent of the convention's work?
A. the state's electorate B. the state legislature C. the governor D. an independent commission