The ability of judges to decide cases as they think appropriate regardless of what politically powerful officials or institutions desire is called ______.

A. judicial accountability
B. vertical accountability
C. judicial independence
D. stare decisis


C. judicial independence

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Intergovernmental relations (IGRs) have existed in the United States only since the early 1930s

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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On the night of November 9, 1989, what important historical event occurred?

a. The Soviet Union broke up. b. The Berlin Wall fell. c. The Cold War officially ended. d. The First Iraqi War began.

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The so-called "glass ceiling" would be most likely to pose a significant barrier to a(n) __________

a. Hispanic man pursuing a graduate degree b. woman interested in a senior management position c. African American looking for a blue collar job d. gay man who wants to teach elementary school

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In general, state party organizations have a _________ who is usually a powerful party member chosen by the organization's central committee. In some instances, however, he or she is selected by the governor or a senator from that state.

A. party primary B. party identifier C. state caucus D. state chairperson

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