The combined cost of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan are estimated to be ______.
a. $1.5–$2.2 trillion
b. $600–$800 billion
c. $7–$8.5 trillion
d. $4–$6 trillion
d. $4–$6 trillion
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States have actually exceeded federal environmental rules for all of the following reasons except
a. The political strength of 'green' interest groups b. supportive public opinion for tougher environmental standards c. the lobbying power of state Chanbers of Commerce and other business interests d. the ability to convert a pro-environment political climate into legislative action
Perhaps more than any other nation, the United States has become a mass media society
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Which of the following committees in the House of Representatives gets the greatest attention from lobbyists?
a. Armed Services b. Appropriations c. Veterans' Affairs d. Judiciary e. Rules
The Supreme Court case McCulloch v. Maryland (1819)
a. set a precedent for a broad interpretation of the implied powers of Congress. b. set a precedent for expanded state powers in the United States. c. broadly construed the expressed powers given to Congress. d. severely limited Congress in the application of implied powers. e. severely limited the ability of states to enter into treaties with foreign nations.