Which of the following is NOT included in the recent policy issues considered by state legislatures?
A. texting while driving
B. college tuition hikes
C. student achievement tests
D. use of cameras
ANSWER: D
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
In the 2006 elections, about half of the states that were using new electronic voting systems:
A) reported problems. B) reported high voter turnout. C) had to conduct reelections. D) implemented the grandfather clause. E) implemented poll taxes.
The televised presidential news conference has developed into an event in which
a. the media dominate the president and force him to answer difficult questions. b. selected members of Congress cross-examine the president and other executive branch officials. c. Internet coverage has dominated live coverage. d. very little communication takes place e. the president and other high-level officials deliver carefully rehearsed answers to anticipated questions.
How might you characterize the difference between inside lobbying and outside lobbying?
A. Inside lobbying focuses on reelecting incumbent candidates, while outside lobbying pursues the election of challengers. B. Inside lobbying most often occurs with members of Congress and their staff, while outside lobbying focus primarily on the executive branch. C. Inside lobbying occurs within the power structures of Washington, while outside lobbying is driven by individuals who are "outside" the political system. D. Inside lobbyists advocate directly with decision makers in government, while outside lobbying seeks to influence opinion and stimulate action by the general public.