James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, Walter Lippmann, and Sir Robert Peel were alike in this opinion. What was it?
a. They all expressed grave doubts about the wisdom of democracy.
b. They all expressed grave doubts about the wisdom of the public.
c. They all expressed grave doubts about the wisdom of democratically elected leaders.
d. They all expressed supreme confidence in the wisdom of the public.
b
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Refer to Figure 11.2. Which conclusion can be drawn from this figure?
a. Jimmy Carter's approval rating rose steadily throughout his term in office. b. Ronald Reagan's approval rating was not impacted by the Iran-Contra scandal. c. George W. Bush's approval rating peaked near September 11, 2001. d. Barack Obama's approval rating has yet to dip under 50 percent.
"Codecision" gives the European parliament the power to
a. adopt laws approved by member states' legislatures. b. influence opinions of the European Court of Justice. c. reject or amend actions by the Commission and the Council. d. consult member states' legislatures before adopting directives (laws). e. adopt directives by unanimous consent over the opposition of the Commission, the Council, and the EuropeanCourt of Justice.
When do the electors of the Electoral College cast their votes?
a. A month after the presidential election b. The day of the presidential election c. Their votes are cast prior to the presidential election. d. The day after the presidential election e. After votes are counted on the day of the election
One of the primary requirements for combatting transnational criminal organizations (TCOs) is:
A. money B. manpower C. political support D. patience E. sharing of intelligence