Why do Americans insist on the right to vote but then frequently not vote in elections? Make sure you frame your answer in terms of collective action and collective benefits.
What will be an ideal response?
Varies (see Discussion)
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Which of the following actions would NOT be considered terrorism according to Schelling's use of the term?
a. Hitler's use of the V-2 rocket b. dropping atomic bombs on Japan c. blockading an enemy's ports d. strategic bombing of an enemy's homeland e. guerilla warfare and insurgency
Which statement best describes the salary of the governor?
A. The Texas governor is one of the highest paid governors in the nation. B. The Texas governor's salary is a little above the national average. C. The Texas governor's salary is a little below the national average. D. The governor's salary is the same as that of the lieutenant governor.
One of the basic liberties sought by the colonists through independence from Great Britain was
A) freedom from taxation without representation. B) the right to bear arms and to defend life and property. C) freedom to assemble in public and to engage in public debate. D) the right to own and trade slaves. E) the right to travel.
In general, voter turnout is higher among those who are
a. older and wealthier b. less educated with a moderate income c. male d. african american e. age eighteen to twenty four