The concept of individualism is a collective American value meaning ________
A) citizens are primarily responsible for their lot in life
B) court rulings are custom made to suit the individual
C) the rights of the individual outweigh the rights and powers of the government
D) the individual is expected to look after others
E) "my rights are more important than your rights"
A
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and attending conferences, events, and meetings in Washington. a. hill style b. trustee representation c. home style d. delegate representation
Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. A tyranny of the majority takes place when an unrestrained majority bands together to rule a society. 2. Initiatives are a part of a representative democracy. 3. In a representative democracy, you vote to select who will represent your interests rather than voting on the actual issues of the moment. 4. According to the author, the U.S. Constitution really encapsulates the battle of the real versus the ideal when it comes to democracy.
Because of the country's __________ court system, a choice often must be made about whether state or federal courts are more likely to produce outcomes favorable to a group's interests
a. strategic voting model b. judicial restraint c. dual d. case-precedent
New York City mayor, Rudolph Giuliani, was typical of the facilitator style of mayoral leadership
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.