The ongoing conflict between the state and non-state actors in Mexico is technically not considered a civil war because of ______.
A. the low number of battle deaths
B. the prevalence of criminal violence
C. the low rate of violence
D. the cross-border nature of the conflict
B. the prevalence of criminal violence
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The rules, laws, and organizations through which and by which government functions is(are)
a. political culture. b. federal procedures. c. political institutions. d. judicial rulings.
The notion that governmental authority springs from the consent of the governed is derived from
A) ?the U.S. Constitution. B) ?British common law. C) ?a speech given by Thomas Jefferson. D) the Bible. E) ?social contract theory.
Which of the following accurately describes the policy adoption step in the policymaking process?
a. Policymakers develop and debate possible solutions to various problems facing the state. b. Policymakers prioritize the various problems facing the state. c. Policymakers take formal governmental administrative action. d. State agencies follow up on the actions of elected officials, and bureaucratic agencies develop rules and regulations. e. Government agencies, the legislature, and interest groups examine policy implementation to see if goals are met.
President George W. Bush’s policy regarding Iraq best fits which of the following models?
a. Delegate model b. Latent model c. Public relations model d. Trustee model