The ability of courts to decide if laws are constitutional is called __________

a. judicial review
b. court activism
c. federalism
d. code law


a

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All of the following are congressional powers in foreign policy granted under Article I of the Constitution except

a. the power to provide for the national defense and to declare war. b. the power to make and modify laws and appropriate funds to implement them. c. the power to receive ambassadors. d. the power to regulate international commerce. e. to use implied powers to do whatever is necessary and proper to carry out its responsibilities.

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In the elitist model of agenda setting, much of this process takes place hidden from the public eye

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Debbie is a city mayor who acts more in a ceremonial capacity, has little to do with the legislative function of her municipality, and cedes most of her authority to the city council. Which type of mayor-council system of city government does Debbie represent?

a. weak mayor   b. restricted mayor  c. delegate  d. friend of the council

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