Although public opinion does not fluctuate erratically, change can occur
A) ?as a result of a presidential state of the union address.
B) ?when older voters change their minds collectively on an issue.
C) ?when different generations with different experiences enter the electorate.
D) ?when pollsters refine their questions to get the answers they are looking for.
E) ?when everyone maintains the same opinion about current topics.
C
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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Those who are against short-term biennial sessions in Texas would argue that
A) they inadvertently limit the pool of potential candidates because the short sessions means legislators are paid very little. B) Texas legislators cannot possibly acquaint themselves with the immense volume of legislation presented to them. C) it forces interest groups to prioritize their agendas so as not to overwhelm legislators during the session. D) Texans believe that the legislature does more good than harm; therefore, a longer session is better.
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A. fire alarm oversight B. partisan oversight C. police patrol oversight D. parochial oversight
One of the biggest complaints about the criminal justice system is the concern about recidivism, which is
a. the tendency of a constant number of inmates to never leave prison. b. the idea that young criminals miss out on schooling and when released need to get a GED. c. the amount of criminal activity that occurs within prison walls, like drug use. d. the tendency of released criminals to commit another crime and end up back in prison.