Some people claim that the media increasingly peddle ideologically biased political news. If this is true, which of the following necessary conditions for popular sovereignty is jeopardized?
a. that government policies reflect the wishes of the people
b. that government leaders are selected in competitive elections
c. that elections are free and fair
d. that high-quality information is available
d
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A major difference between differential and experimental research is that,
A) In experimental research, the independent variable is not manipulated. B) In differential research, the independent variable is manipulated. C) In differential research, only the dependent variable is manipulated. D) In experimental research, the independent variable is manipulated.
The separation of powers established by the framers of the Constitution constrained majority rule by ______.
A. staggering legislative elections B. creating an unelected judiciary C. limiting national authority D. all of these are correct
The PROGRESA program of Mexico was set up to address
a. national security policy. b. the North American Free Trade Agreement. c. rural poverty. d. immigration. e. debt relief.
During World War II, the United States and the Soviet Union
a. fought on opposite sides for much of the war, and only became allies during the closing phases of the war. b. cooperated closely and saw eye to eye on most issues including the timing of the invasion of Europe. c. were allies, but nevertheless had disagreements on many issues including the future of postwar Europe. d. never were allies, but neither were they enemies.