Which of the following illustrates use of the global perspective in policymaking?
a. The president’s press office authorizes a public opinion poll to gauge support.
b. Congressional hearings focus upon similar situations from the recent past.
c. The president’s administration is concerned about the perception and impact of the decision among allied countries.
d. United States policymakers fear a terrorist attack by American citizens within our borders and launch a preemptive military attack on another country.
e. The president’s cabinet decides that a policy will not move forward unless public opinion polls indicate support of more than 50 percent.
ANS: C
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