How does the Constitution guard against tyranny of the majority?
a. by protecting certain rights, such as freedom of speech
b. by giving states the power to nullify federal laws
c. by requiring the Supreme Court to issue decisions supported by public opinion
d. by requiring free and fair elections
a
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Indian nations having gaming on their reservation lands. Why is this a consequence of international law?
a. Indian nations have special rights afforded to them because of rampant poverty and a lack of health care. b. The U.S. signed treaties with Indian nations in the 19th century making these treaties equal to the U.S. constitution. c. Indian nations have always used traditional forms of gambling and modern casinos simply continue this tradition. d. The U.S. views a monopoly on gaming as a form of foreign aid from the U.S. to Indian nations.
Which of the following can be said regarding voter participation among Texans?
A) Compared to other states, voter participation in Texas is about average. B) Voter participation in Texas is historically low. C) Although not the highest compared to other states, voter participation in Texas is fairly high. D) Voter participation in Texas is historically high.
A convicted felon may be sentenced to serve a sentence in numerous ways. If the felon is allowed to serve the full sentence outside prison under varying degrees of supervision, this is known as
a. parole. b. rehabilitation. c. probation. d. justice. e. restitution.
In Texas, when the agriculture industry forms a relationship with the commissioner of the Texas Department of Agriculture as well as with members of the house and senate agriculture committee, this is an example of
A) ?an iron triangle. B) ?an umbrella organization. C) ?a revolving door. D) ?a political movement.