What must the Supreme Court grant in order for a case from a lower court to be scheduled on the docket?

a. Writ of certiorari
b. Rule of four
c. An amicus brief
d. Stare decisis


a. Writ of certiorari

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a. by three-fourths of the state legislatures b. by three-fourths of the state governors c. by half of the state legislatures d. by half of the state governors

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The rise of candidate-centered elections has resulted in a reduced role for political parties in fund-raising and directing individual campaigns

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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According to the "clash of civilizations" thesis, __________.

A. liberal democracies will prevail over other types of governance in the post-Cold War world B. future international conflicts will take place between the world's major cultural groupings C. there is nothing inherent in cultural differences that would cause conflict D. global financial crises will be the most important source of international conflict in the post-Cold War world

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Describe three major downsizing efforts in American government during the late twentieth century.

What will be an ideal response?

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