Because of the large size of populations and the complexity of the issues to be resolved, the degree of success that people have in politics depends largely on which of the following?
a. whether they are capable of engaging in politics on a day-to-day basis
b. whether they have developed constitutions and governments that work
c. whether they pay attention to their nation’s politics
d. Whether they are interested in policy in a meaningful way.
b. whether they have developed constitutions and governments that work
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Which of the following is true of social contract theory?
A. It views the consent of the people as the source of legitimate governmental authority. B. It views political power as being held by a few individuals in leadership positions in large businesses. C. It argues that public opinion should have a minimal influence on government policy. D. It played no role in the thinking of the founders of American democracy.
What is the third step in the presidential election cycle?
a. The party nominating convention b. The primary election season c. Fundraising d. The general election campaign
When an agency such as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) makes an important decision, it is quite likely to be taken to court. This is an example of what is meant by
A) government bureaucracy. B) impedimentary government. C) red tape. D) adversary culture. E) reciprocal administration.
The process of bureaucratic politics emphasizes which of the following as part of the formulation of U.S. foreign policy?
a. Fragmentation and decentralization b. Efficiency and rationality c. Elections and political parties d. Psychology and norms