Explain what is meant by the term "hired gun."

What will be an ideal response?


A "hired gun" is a professional lobbyist that hires him- or herself out to various interest groups to represent them on a particular issue. The relationship ends once the issue is resolved.

Political Science

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The Constitution is very specific and clear with respect to the powers of the presidency

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Political Science

Voters go to precincts and straw vote for the presidential nominee in which caucus state?

a. New Hampshire b. Iowa c. Florida d. Texas

Political Science

Discuss the necessity and significance of the Mayflower Compact.

What will be an ideal response?

Political Science

In Britain, the head of government is the __________ and the head of state is the __________

a. king or queen; president b. king or queen; prime minister c. president; prime minister d. prime minister; king or queen

Political Science