The idea behind judicial __________ is that judges should not read their own philosophies into the Constitution and should avoid direct confrontations with Congress, the president, and the states whenever possible
a. activism
b. review
c. confirmation
d. self-restraint
Answer: d
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of Virginia Military Institute when its tradition of admitting only male cadets was challenged.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Those who are against federalism argue that which of the following constitutes a weak point in the system?
A) It allows special interests to frustrate efforts to solve national problems. B) Law enforcement and justice may be administered unevenly. C) The system may serve as a mask for privilege and economic and racial discrimination. D) All of the above. E) It is practiced in every modern industrialized country.
_________ is a federal requirement that state governments take certain actions
a. act of unification b. block grant c. constituency d. general revenue sharing e. mandate