Barry and Micah are enthusiasts of mixed martial arts. They regularly tape their sessions and post them online. On one such occasion, they are arrested and charged for posting videos of their fights on social networking sites. During court proceedings, backed by an efficient legal advisor, Barry uses his right to remain silent. In this scenario, Barry cannot be made to provide testimony against himself due to:
A. the due process clause.
B. the exclusionary rule.
C. the ex post facto law.
D. protection against self-incrimination.
E. prohibition against double jeopardy.
Answer: D
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A) take control of corporations. B) limit religious freedom. C) limit civil liberties. D) increase free speech rights. E) increase tolerance to diversity.
The _____ syndrome refers to the frequent transition of those who leave positions with the federal government to become lobbyists or consultants for the private-interest groups they helped to regulate
A) "democratic doorway" B) "revolving door" C) "political portal" D) "glass ceiling" E) "political breach"
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A) dissenting opinion. B) writ of certiorari. C) statutory interpretation. D) criminal code. E) double jeopardy.
Which of the following is unique to the Senate?
a. Seniority system b. Majority leader c. Committee leaders d. Congressional caucus e. The filibuster