According to E. J. Dionne, most politicians who have won the presidency over the past quarter century did so by
a. emphasizing the concept of public service.
b. running against the government in Washington.
c. promising to end the spoils system.
d. promising to do away with the civil service system.
b. running against the government in Washington.
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Define and provide at least one point of comparison between linear and nonlinear policy succession.
What will be an ideal response?
Congress can override (defeat) a presidential veto of a law with a
a. simple majority (more than 50%) b. 2/3 majority vote c. ¾ majority vote d. Congress can't override a veto
In 2016, the Russians created an elaborate social media structure designed to undermine which presidential candidate?
A. Hillary Clinton B. Donald J. Trump C. Gary Johnson D. Barack Obama E. None of these answers is correct.
Which statement strengthens the argument that Texas does not follow a moralistic political culture?
a. Active participation in government policy and affairs is strongly encouraged in Texas. b. All forms of gambling, including poker, are banned in Texas. c. A number of laws have been passed related to social issues such as teenage pregnancy. d. Most Texans believe in self-sufficiency and minimal government interference.