Legislatures have been dubbed
a. the laboratories of democracy.
b. the engines of democracy.
c. growth machines.
d. quorum seekers.
b
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The Office of Management and Budget's responsibilities include all of the following EXCEPT
a. maintaining neutrality. b. using its technological expertise to aid the interests of the nation. c. taking control and asserting pressure in budgetary situations. d. shaping and implementing the president's policies. e. preparing the president's annual budget proposals.
Which of the following is NOT a restriction on the formal powers of big-city mayors?
A. Executive power in major cities is often fragmented among a variety of elected officials. B. The mayor may be required to share power over municipal affairs with county officials. C. Many city agencies and functions are outside the mayor's formal authority. D. Mayors can submit messages to the council and recommend policy.
Which of the following statements about the blogosphere is most accurate?
A. The popularity of blogs peaked in 2005 and remains steady. B. Blogs lack variety; most deal with political issues. C. Some blogs are written by professional journalists. D. The traditional media discourage blogs. E. All of these statements are accurate.
The U.S. mixed record of addressing transnational policy problems results from domestic ________, particularly when solutions require sacrifices by influential domestic groups or reelection-minded politicians.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).