Representatives in a proportional representation system are selected on the basis of
a. influence with the government.
b. being placed high on a party list.
c. reputation with interest groups.
d. having personal connections to the prime minister.
e. being a representative of a powerful interest group.
b. being placed high on a party list.
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Acts of public, broadcasted protest are numerous throughout American and world history. What is a central strategic similarity between the protests by NFL players and the protests by Tommie Smith and John Carlos in 1968?
A. Both instances of protest were witnessed by high-ranking officials as a result of planning by the protestors. B. Both instances of protest occurred at critical moments that guaranteed high viewership and social impact. C. Both instances of protest featured a mixture of respect and irreverence that strengthened the messages of the acts. D. Both instances of protest troubled fundamental perceptions of Americanness that provoked widespread dialogue.
Which of the following newspapers is still owned by a Texas-based company?
a. Houston Chronicle b. Star Telegram c. Austin American Statesman d. Dallas Morning News
Often third parties are
A) created by immigrants. B) a reaction to a particular problem. C) the result of straight party line voting. D) the result of party realignments. E) reflective of political boredom.
Positive peace __________.
A. is the absence of war B. resolves the underlying reasons for war C. is the absence of war between great powers D. sets the stage for the next war