How do deadlines such as the fiscal cliff change the politics of the policymaking process? Comparing this dynamic with normal negotiations over a proposed bill, how does a deadline change the game? Does it do so for the better or for worse?
What will be an ideal response?
Varies
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When entrepreneurial politics is involved in foreign policy, Congress plays the central role.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
The following description best defines Nike and McDonald's
a. Non-state actors b. Multinational Corporations (MNCs) c. Terrorist organizations d. Transcontinental labor organizations e. None of the above
Who was Cesar Chavez?
a. A popular Mexican American entertainer who “crossed over” to an Anglo audience b. An American soldier of Mexican descent who served bravely in World War II c. A violent criminal whose rampage in California stoked anti-immigrant feelings d. One of the founders of the United Farm Workers union that agitated for immigrant farm worker rights
Which of the following is the main reason interest groups are often successful in getting legislation passed to benefit their members?
a. It is easy to garner support from most members of Congress on any issue. b. All members of society desire the legislation that special interests pursue. c. It is very easy to get legislation passed in Congress. d. A narrow constituency derives the benefits from such legislation but the costs are spread broadly across the population. e. Interest group activity represents the democratic process at work because individual interest groups often represent more than half the population.