A Democratic Senator in the 1970s is able to work with Republicans on drafting and passing legislation, but a Republican Senator in 2010 is not. This is emblematic of party polarization.
a. true
b. false
Ans: a. true
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A. egalitarianism and humanitarianism B. humanitarianism and self-reliance C. individualism and egalitarianism D. individualism and self-reliance
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a. 54 percent b. 57 percent c. 60 percent d. 54 to 60 percent
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A. public education. B. public safety. C. highways and transportation. D. social welfare programs.
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