Discuss the state of antipoverty programs in the United States today. What is the history of these programs and how have they changed in recent years? Have these changes been effective? What areas of social need have not been adequately addressed? What are the financial costs of maintaining the current social safety net? What would be the social cost of removing it or reducing it?
What will be an ideal response?
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Which of the following is used in the United States to provide a benefit to low-income taxpayers with at least one child--it was introduced to offset the effects of the Social Security tax and encourage people to work?
A. earned income tax credit B. family allowance C. negative income tax D. marriage tax
What does the conscience model of representation tell us about representation?
a. The job of the legislator is to stick to the will of the people. b. A legislator follows his/her own judgment until the will of the public becomes involved in the issue, at which point he or she should heed their wishes. c. A legislator follows the will of the people in most instances until conscience pulls him or her in a different direction. d. A legislator always places the interests of the nation ahead of the district or the state.
Which of the following might you infer from a constitution that is relatively long and detailed?
A) The constitution is probably relatively new. B) The constitution is probably relatively old. C) The constitution is probably relatively vague. D) The constitution is probably relatively restrictive on rights.
"The exercise of power always carries risks of unintended consequences." What does this statement from the text actually mean? Do you agree or disagree with this argument? Be sure to include relevant examples in your discussion. Then, discuss what factors you think could explain the unintended consequences of the exercise of power in international relations.
What will be an ideal response?