Which of the following is NOT a reason why new democracies would choose multiparty parliamentary systems rather than presidential or majoritarian parliamentary systems?
a. that independent executives are dangerous
b. that the voters should have a diverse set of political parties to reflect their policy positions
c. that everyone's voice is heard through multiple parties
d. that countries with a history of strong, independent rulers (dictators) need leaders free from legislative restraint
e. all of the above are reasons why new democracies would choose multiparty parliamentary systems
d
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Political pollsters have observed that the collective opinion of a group tends to make sense even though the group consists of individuals who are largely ignorant of the issues. What term do they use to describe this phenomenon?
a. the wisdom of relative research b. the one-drop rule c. the miracle of aggregation d. the miracle of mindfulness e. the miracle of political context
Prior to the August 1991 coup, what change(s) occurred in the Soviet Union?
a. Efforts were made to institutionalize democratic political reforms and Western-style market reforms. b. Pressure for greater autonomy and even independence was placed on Moscow by some of the constituent republics. c. The Soviet Union implemented glasnost and perestroika to increase efficiency. d. Voting was held for seats in the new legislative body, the Congress of People's Deputies. e. All of the above are true.
Most Iranians __________ what they see and read in the Iranian media, which is controlled by __________
a. implicitly trust; Islamic conservatives b. doubt; Islamic conservatives c. implicitly trust; the shah d. doubt; the shah
Explain how the issue of marriage, specifically same-sex marriage, illustrates the complexity and intricacy surrounding the issue of federalism. Use specific examples from Texas government and its relationship with the federal government to support your response.
What will be an ideal response?