Explain the significance of the Lawrence v. Texas decision.

What will be an ideal response?


The Supreme Court struck down all sodomy laws as a violation of a person’s right to privacy, which was a substantive and symbolic deviation from the Bowers decision, which allowed states to regulate the sexual behavior of gays and lesbians.
KEY: Learning Objective: 6.5: Recognize examples of other groups that face discrimination.

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The free-rider problem occurs when people fail to join a group because they can receive the benefits the group offers without contributing to the group's efforts

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Similar to voting, becoming a member of an interest group requires

A) an investment of resources. B) proof of citizenship. C) a college degree D) All of the above E) None of the above

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Public leadership is exercised when

a. a person commands other public officials. b. a person helps a group or organization reach its potential. c. a person changes the views of others in the office. d. a person decides to take charge.

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The services delivered or new products produced by a social program are ______.

A. program process B. program outputs C. program theory D. program participation

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