What is judicial independence?

A.) rules dictating the behavior of judges based upon political affiliation
B.) rules insulating judges from voters and elected officials
C.) rules regarding the political campaigns for federal court positions
D.) rules for popularly electing federal judges


Answer: B.) rules insulating judges from voters and elected officials

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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a. means-tested spending b. poverty line avoidance c. transfer payments d. entitlement spending

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A. activists. B. special interests. C. politicos. D. socialites. E. the ruling class.

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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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