Which part of this narrative presents a question for the federal courts?
A man is accused of embezzling money from his California workplace. Prosecutors refuse to accept a plea bargain, and the case goes to trial. During trial, his lawyers object that the police did not read the man his Miranda rights before interrogating him, but the judge overrules them. After deliberation, a jury finds the man guilty.
a. The definition of embezzlement under California law
b. The prosecutor’s refusal to accept a plea bargain
c. The question of Miranda rights
d. The jury’s factual finding of guilty
c. The question of Miranda rights
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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a. Party Activists b. Politicians c. Foreign Governments d. The Public
When it comes to protest activities, a majority of Americans are
A. actively involved in protests at one time or another in their lives. B. willing to contribute through financial support but not through active participation. C. supportive of violent activities if the cause warrants such an approach. D. actively involved only later in their lives, when they feel more secure that a protest is justified. E. not highly supportive of such activities, despite America's tradition of free expression.
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a. equal time b. profits c. agenda setting d. the fairness doctrine