The term PAC refers to which of the following?
A. Political action commissions
B. Political access contributions
C. Political action committees
D. Private access contributions
E. Private action campaigns
Answer: C
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What is the logic underlying Howard and Donnelly's argument that the "spurious" cultural relativity defense serves the interests of the powerful?
a. The basic point about human rights is that they protect the weak against the powerful. b. At heart, all cultures value the same things, so the claim of relativity must be spurious. c. Cultural practices are not neutral in their effects and those who benefit have a vested interest in preserving them. d. Universal human rights must be applied equally, regardless of how much or little power an individual possesses.
The so-called iron triangle includes executive bureaucrats, lobbyists, and __________.
A. interest groups B. congressional committees C. political parties D. the military
Which of the following is an accurate description of the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP)?
a. It is administered by the federal government without any state involvement. b. States must administer the program without federal aid. c. It is a supplemental program for Medicare recipients who have dependent minors. d. It is a supplemental program for those who qualify for Medicaid. e. It targets families who make too much to be on Medicaid but lack private health insurance.
In the United States, pluralism suggests which of the following?
a. Because most citizens fail to pay attention to serious issues, government has become an elite institution. b. Congress is stronger and more influential than the presidency. c. Many groups vie for power with no one group dominating politics. d.Too many influential groups cripple government's ability to govern.