In 2009, Iranians used computers and cell phones to mobilize against a rigged election. This is an example of __________
a. a successful non-violent coup d'état
b. the impact of Edward Snowden's activities
c. the limited political engagement of young people
d. digital media's ability to undermine oppressive regimes
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During Putin's period of control in Russia, all of the following have occurred EXCEPT
A. Russian troops entered its neighbor Georgia. B. Russia annexed Crimea, which belonged to Ukraine. C. Russia has periodically shut off natural gas supplies to Europe. D. the transition of power to a leader from a different political party. E. Putin's move form the presidency, to the position of prime minister, and then back to the presidency.
The Supreme Court's power of judicial review was established by
A) Article III of the U.S. Constitution. B) the Tenth Amendment. C) the Court's decision in Marbury v. Madison. D) the Court's decision in Plessy v. Ferguson. E) the Court's decision in Kelo v. City of New London.
You are a delegate to the 1787 Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia. A core question for debate that will demand your attention is how to __________
A)create a vigorous executive within in republican government B)constrain the powers of the Confederation Congress C)strengthen the role of the states in the federal framework D)combine legislative and executive functions within a single branch of government
Centralized parties tend to be more __________
a. conservative b. corrupt c. disciplined d. wealthy