Describe the social democratic welfare state. What are its main goals, what do they emphasize, and what are typical benefits associated with this type of welfare state?
What will be an ideal response?
Social democratic welfare states emphasize universal entitlements (i.e., paid maternity leave, preschool, child allowances, basic retirement pensions job training). Its main goals are social equality and equal citizenship.
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Opponents of shifting responsibility from the federal government to the states argue that
A. States will be equally sensitive to issues such as equity, fairness and civil rights B. States are not likely to have the resources to fund the programs C. States may not always be inclined to continue programs D. B & C only E. All of the above
Identify the dependent and independent variables from the following hypothesis: There is a positive relationship between campaign contributions and direct mail solicitations. Draw a model that best represents the relationship.
What will be an ideal response?
Some observers say the national government's response to Hurricane Katrina showed the
downside of a political structure known as a a. confederation. b. federalism. c. oligarchy. d. unitary government. e. None of the above
Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. Congressional elections are usually not conducive to amateurs, who often lack the knowledge, political organization, and well-honed political skills required for success in the high-stakes enterprise of a national campaign. 2. The Speaker of the House is second in the line of succession (behind the vice president) to the presidency in the event of the president’s death, resignation, removal from office, or inability to conduct the office’s duties. 3. Congress has three types of committees: standing, joint, and select. 4. Joint committees contain members of both the House and the Senate.