When Representative Barbara M. Calhoun left office in the middle of her fourth term, she did so at the behest of the president, who appointed her to be U.S. ambassador to Chile
As soon as she had accepted the post, she informed state officials in Georgia of her plans. What did they immediately organize to fill her vacant seat?
a. a midterm election
b. a primary election
c. a replacement election
d. a special election
Answer: d
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Public policy can be defined as any course of action taken by the government that affects any segment of the public
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
The __________mandated regular evaluation of resident care plans, substantially less use of physical restraints, and greater protection of nursing home patients' rights
a) Nursing Home Reform Act b) Older Americans Act c) Family Caregiver Support Act d) Area Agencies on Aging
The system of checks and balances does not provide a means a. to stop a single branch of government from acting unilaterally
b. for both houses of the legislative branch to agree in order for legislation to pass. c. for the judicial branch to adjudicate conflicts between the states. d. to select the best candidates for executive office.
Why do liberals defend progressive taxes?
A) Progressive rates reduce income inequality in the society. B) Progressive taxes encourage people to make economic decisions on the basis of tax considerations. C) When taxes aren't progressive they overburden the wealthiest segments of the population. D) Progressive taxes encourage investment and hard work by the most productive members of society. E) Progressive taxes are the most effective at reducing budget deficits.