The original gerrymander is attributed to
a. Thomas Jefferson.
b. James Madison.
c. Alexander Hamilton.
d. Elbridge Gerry.
Answer: d. Elbridge Gerry.
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a. interpretations by governors. b. direct initiative. c. interpretation by the various branches of government. d. reliance on challenges in the federal courts.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following justices would be most likely to vote to overturn Roe v. Wade on the grounds that the framers did not intend for the Constitution to protect abortion rights?
A. Ruth Bader Ginsburg B. Elena Kagan C. Clarence Thomas D. Anthony Kennedy
A writ of certiorari by the U.S. Supreme Court orders which of the following to occur?
A. Both of the parties in the case to reach agreement without further litigation B. State courts to abide by the decision of the Supreme Court C. A lower court to send up the record of a case for review D. Congress to rewrite unconstitutional legislation E. A prisoner to be brought before the court and the reasons for his detention to be provided