Relative to the notion of democratic government, the Supreme Court's power of judicial review
A) places limits on majority rule.
B) is limited to state issues.
C) generally favors the executive.
D) is sometimes democratic, sometimes not.
E) is applied frequently.
A
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Functions of political parties include __________.
A. demobilizing voters and exacerbating the separation of powers B. setting the policy agenda and lobbying C. recruiting candidates and organizing the government D. undermining accountability and dividing interests
In a representative democracy, citizens transfer their _______ power to people whom they elect to represent them.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
When might citizens be particularly concerned about an expansion of presidential power?
a. in times of economic crisis b. during presidential election years c. when they oppose the president's agenda d. in times of relative peace and prosperity
Why do individual members of Congress tend to be more popular than Congress as an institution?
What will be an ideal response?