Some scholars worry that "checkbook democracy" depresses voter interest and shuts the less affluent out of the political process. Average citizens are using consumer activism to make political or social statements with their buying power.

What will be an ideal response?


OTHER FORMS OF POLITICAL PARTICIPATION

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According to the __________ Act, federal agencies must solicit public comments before issuing new rules and regulations

Fill in the blanks with correct word

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Which of the following was NOT an early muckraker?

A) Ida Tarbell D) William Hearst B) Lincoln Steffens E) None of the above C) Ray Stannard Baker

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Describe the nationalist tendencies exhibited by China in recent years. Discuss the steps taken by President Obama against China regarding its nationalist tendencies.

What will be an ideal response?

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For which reason did Anti-Federalists want a Bill of Rights included in the Constitution?

a. To balance the power given to the federal government b. To ensure that states had less power than the federal government c. To establish three branches of government d. To give states the right to secede

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