According to Jefferson, a government's legitimacy can be traced to the ability to protect the freedoms of the individual and how it conforms to the will of the majority

a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false


True

Political Science

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Which of the following statements is true of collective memory?

A. The operation of the collective memory is restricted to all the members who physically witnessed a significant historical event. B. The operation of the collective memory is inclusive of all the people of a single generation who have conscious memory of a significant historical event. C. The term collective memory applies solely to televised events like Kennedy's assassination or 9/11. D. The elements in the collective memory can be emphasized by memorials and public art in public spaces. E. The elements of the collective memory lack the potential to challenge the established visions of a society's collective memory.

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How and whether judicial decisions are translated into actual policy is known as judicial __________

a. implementation b. execution c. legislation d. intention

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If someone robs a bank, they have violated which type of law?

a. criminal law b. civil law c. administrative law d. regulatory law

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Which burden of proof is used in criminal matters?

A. "the average person" B. "clear and present danger" C. "preponderance of evidence" D. "beyond a reasonable doubt"

Political Science