The first major civil service reform in the United States was
a. the Lincoln Act, established in 1864.
b. the Pendleton Act, established in 1883.
c. the Johnson Act, established in 1904.
d. the Moynihan Act, established in 1947.
b. the Pendleton Act, established in 1883.
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Domestic terrorism
A) occurs as a result of struggles for independence. B) is government repression targeted against individuals. C) happens within the borders of a state and is associated with extremist groups. D) is an outgrowth of the forces of globalization.
Which EU institution is known for representing a very attractive arena for business to seek to influence policy through a strategy of lobbying?
a. European Parliament b. European Commission c. Council of the European Union d. European Court of Justice
For which of the following would the Supreme Court most likely apply an intermediate standard of review to determine whether the policy is an unconstitutional violation of the equal protection clause?
a. having a different minimum age for men to marry than for women to marry b. prohibiting those over 70 years old from working in law enforcement c. prohibiting gays and lesbians from serving in the military d. requiring government contractors to have a racially diverse workforce
Obstacles to policy implementation by the bureaucracy include __________
a. actions of interest groups or businesses to undercut or dilute policies b. too much funding by the legislature c. privatization d. favorable economic and social conditions