Explain how the American political system has changed over time. What were the defining characteristics of each of the five main party eras? What forces produced the changes that brought one era in and ushered out another? What were the strengths and weaknesses of each era? Despite the changes from era to era, can one nonetheless discern a consistent American political tradition or traditions?
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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
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a. protesting for civil rights b. exercising her civil liberties c. causing a potential fire hazard d. causing a disruption to the school
When does campaign money matter?
A. It is essential in presidential elections because there is a declining amount of free information. B. It is critical in presidential primaries because rationally ignorant voters cannot rely on party labels and the calendar has been compressed. C. It is important in House and Senate elections because which candidate raises the most money always wins. D. It is especially important in Court elections because they are the only true national elections in the United States.
The Environmental Protection Agency is subject to less oversight than the Federal Reserve Board
Indicate whether the statement is true or false