Presiding officers in the Texas legislature have all but which one of the following powers?
a. Interpreting procedural rules when conflicts arise
b. Assigning bills to committees
c. Scheduling legislation for floor action
d. Approving legislation in the case of a deadlock in committee
e. Appointing most members of committees
D
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The separation of powers established by the framers of the Constitution constrained majority rule by ______.
A. staggering legislative elections B. creating an unelected judiciary C. limiting national authority D. all of these
Discuss the various methods proposed to support and strengthen teacher quality.
What will be an ideal response?
The Constitution limits the power of government because the Founders viewed government as
a. a threat to freedom and liberty c. an archaic English concept. b. a tool of the elite. d. not very important.
Which of the following is NOT an argument for direct democracy?
A. Direct democracy enhances government responsiveness and accountability. B. Direct democracy allows citizen groups to bring their concerns directly to the public. C. Direct democracy establishes the credibility of public officials. D. Direct democracy stimulates voter interest and improves election-day turnout.