Which argument would be made by an advocate for the Supreme Court playing a more aggressive policymaking role?
A. Judicial decisions should be made by Congress when practical and by the president when necessary.
B. The judiciary should stick to settling routine disputes.
C. The judiciary can look out for the needs of the powerless whose interests are seldom met by the rest of government.
D. The judiciary should leave policymaking to the elected branches.
Answer: D. The judiciary should leave policymaking to the elected branches.
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A. True B. False
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A. the rights of criminal defendants B. First Amendment issues C. the states D. traditionally excluded groups
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