What feature of the U.S. political system reflects the Framers' desire to limit the "mischiefs of faction"?

a. staggered terms of office
b. selection of senators by state legislatures
c. the protection of free speech in the First Amendment
d. the president's power as commander-in-chief of the military


Answer: a

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