The fact that the Supreme Court denied the national government the power to fully ban handguns in 2008, yet a later 2010 decision was needed to apply this same rule to the states is emblematic of
A. the power of the states.
B. the weakness of the federal government.
C. the slowness with which federal rules apply to the states.
D. the doctrine of incorporation.
E. the power of the states and the weakness of the federal government.
Answer: D
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When scholars say that a president must be sensitive to “political time,” what does this mean?
a. The first hundred days are more closely watched than later in the term. b. He or she must understand whether the country is inclined to accept drastic changes or not. c. The most drastic proposals will be more acceptable during the “honeymoon period.” d. Whether Congress is in session can have a major impact on when and how the president institutes a new policy.
American federalism involves two contradictory notions: __________.
A. separation of powers and checks and balances B. separation of powers and division of labor C. supremacy of the central government and states' rights D. the executive function and the judicial function
On the idea of an "Imperial President," ______ started this notion of the president taking huge powers with high responsibilities and staffing.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
How has U.S. foreign policy in Iran and North Korea been similar for much of the past decade?
a. It has been largely focused on economic development. b. It has been largely driven by the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. c. It has been driven by the threat the countries pose to the United States. d. It has emphasized diplomacy over military action.