What law makes an act illegal after the fact?

a. Ex post facto
b. Amicus curiae
c. De facto
d. Habeas corpus


a. Ex post facto

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Fill in the blank with the right word.

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The call by President Clinton after leaving office in 2001 to repeal the Defense of Marriage Act is an example of the __________ level of the analytical framework in the textbook

a. government action b. government c. political linkage d. structure

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Intergovernmental revenue transfers account for ______ of local government spending.

a. three-quarters b. half c. one-quarter d. one-third

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Contemplate the advice you would give someone who wants to work in law enforcement for the National Park Service

Should the aspiring civil servant spend time honing law enforcement skills or schmoozing with important politicians? Justify your answer. Provide three specific pieces of advice for landing the desired job. What will be an ideal response?

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