How does socioeconomic status affect voter turnout? Why?

What will be an ideal response?


Students' answers may vary.

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Media coverage of state government in Austin __________.

A. has increased in recent years as a result of continuing devolution B. is no longer permitted under state law C. has declined as the size of the Capitol press corps has shrunk D. has become more focused on detailed explanations of policy issues

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Because party conventions are often poorly attended, __________.

A. organized and motivated factions can "capture" the conventions B. major media outlets play a major role in publicizing them C. party activists usually skip them in favor of attending candidate campaign rallies D. nominees from each of the political parties often do not have to compete in primary elections

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What is the impact of state sovereignty on the United Nations?

A. It creates a need for the UN because it provides services that no single state would. B. It allows the UN to use armed force for humanitarian purposes. C. It enhances the power of the UN because states rely on it. D. It creates an opportunity for the UN to use dominance when dealing with states.

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How has the frequency of filibusters changed in the Senate over the past 50 years?

a. Senate filibusters are more common now. b. Senate filibusters are less common now. c. There has been no change; there are about the same number of filibusters today. d. There are no longer any filibusters. e. Filibusters take place in the House instead now.

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