What was likely the rationale behind the framers' decision to have members of the U.S. Senate appointed by their respective state legislatures?
a. to minimize the effect of federalism
b. to insulate the Senate from the tyranny of the majority
c. to ensure legislative responsibility to the states
d. to maintain Senate dominance over the House of Representatives
b
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a. China b. Iran c. North Korea d. Vietnam
Most voters go to the election booth with scant knowledge about the qualifications of judicial candidates, and they often end up voting
A. by name familiarity. B. only on issues that they are familiar with, skipping the judicial candidates. C. on advice from a trusted family friend. D. for the first name in a list of candidates.
The FTC, FCC, and SEC are all examples of which of the following?
a. Cabinet-level executive departments b. Independent executive agencies c. Government corporations d. Independent regulatory commissions e. Executive regulatory agencies
Explain what an entitlement program is. Describe two federal entitlement programs, their purpose, and their eligibility requirements.
What will be an ideal response?