Which statement explains why efforts by Congress to restore the balance between the legislative and executive branches have mostly failed?
a. The federal judiciary tends to favor a high level of executive power.
b. Executive officials enjoy more discretionary power than members of Congress.
c. Partisan conflict prevents Congress from passing even the most basic of legislation.
d. The American public approves of presidents more highly than it approves of Congress.
b
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During which period was dual federalism the dominant form of federalism in the United States?
A. 1889-1970 B. 1789-1932 C. 1909-1932 D. 1689-1950
Which statement about voter initiatives is not accurate? a. The effect of initiatives is stronger for congressional elections
b. Initiatives have a positive effect on voter turnout in both high and low elections. c. It is clear that initiatives originated long before the beginning of the Progressive era. d. There may be an overall decline in trust in government as voters are exposed to more popular initiatives.
One-party regimes have an advantage over newly-democratized regimes when changing the model of economic development, because they _____
a. are more insulated from public opinion b. have more advanced technology and infrastructure c. are more concerned about protecting property rights d. have a greater interest in protecting domestic industries
Super PACs were made possible in part by the
A. Federal Election Campaign Act. B. Bipartisan Campaign Reform Act. C. Supreme Court’s decision in Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission. D. Supreme Court’s decision in Buckley v. Valeo.