The rank and file Members of Parliament who do not have a position in the government or a leadership role in an opposition party are known as ________
A. lobbyists
B. interest groups
C. advocacy groups
D. backbenchers
E. whistleblowers
D
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After the military subdued the indigenous people, the nation-state would establish political control _________
a. by organizing free elections based on European models b. by imposing a military government c. through direct or indirect rule of the population d. through methods of severe repression
Political philosopher John Locke proposed that people are born with natural rights and that government cannot violate these rights. Locke argued that the basis for government, or human laws, is
a. that Congress has a moral obligation to protect green space. b. that the government has full powers to control the people. c. that religious thought is greater than human thought. d. the right and privilege of the elected officials. e. based on the consent of the governed.
What is the difference between party regulars and candidate activists?
a. Party regulars are more uncompromising than candidate activists. b. Party regulars are more concerned with party cohesiveness, while candidate activists tend to be ideologically driven. c. Party regulars tend to be ideologically driven, while candidate activists are more willing to compromise. d. Party regulars focus on individual candidates, while candidate activists focus on issues.
Jessica, a law student, believes that it is difficult for grand juries to be impartial. Her viewpoint is strengthened by the manner in which the grand jury process is conducted
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.