What public policy issue is illustrated by the funding divide between non-minority and minority school districts and discussions concerning social service recipients?

Which of the following statements is true of educational expenditures in Texas?

a. In the 2014-2015 budget, 37 percent of the state spending was allocated for education. b. The state's portion of education funding is $70 billion per year. c. The state appropriates over $30 billion a year for higher education. d. The total public and higher education expenditures in the state are much lower than the line item totals in the state appropriations bill.

_____ is one of the most powerful informal institutions invented by humanity.

a. ?township b. ?county c. ?people d. ?nation e. ?state

People have a right to expect that the press will fulfill the major political function of

________. a. running political campaigns b. safeguarding political leaders c. serving as a watchdog to hold leaders accountable d. disclosing scandals that are not proved e. ensuring a media-friendly image of the politicians

What was the effect of the economic crisis that began in 2008, sometimes called the Great Recession (much like the Great Depression), on state and federal relations in the United States?

A. It led to an expansion of federal authority over the states. B. It created a strong movement for devolution among the various states. C. It eliminated the need for horizontal federalism. D. It led to a decreased role for the states in the area of police powers.