What are the most common tools used by Congress to influence strategic policies related to international affairs and national defense? Which of these seems to be the most effective?

What will be an ideal response?


Students should identify and describe some of the following: power of the purse, informal advice, legislative prodding, policy oversight, legislative directives or restrictions, and structural or procedural changes. They should then make a clear argument for which of these is most effective, referencing evidence from the text.

Political Science

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Only federal courts have the authority to exercise judicial review and may do so over both state and federal statutes

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Political Science

Two events in the early twentieth century solidified the position of the Democrats in Texas politics -the institution of party primary reforms and

A) ?the Great Depression. B) ?the Populist revolt. C) ?the overwhelming support for Sam Houston. D) ?the Industrial Revolution.

Political Science

How many times have U.S. presidents sent troops abroad without the authorization of Congress?

A) none B) 10 C) approximately 50 D) more than 100 E) more than 300

Political Science

Explain the length of the Texas constitution and analyze how the legislature contributes to lengthening state constitutions

What will be an ideal response?

Political Science