Compare and contrast the U.S. system of electing members of Congress with a proportional representation system. Which do you believe is best suited to providing adequate representation?
What will be an ideal response?
Students should define and describe both a single-member plurality system of electing representatives and a proportional representation system. They could make an argument favoring either system but should provide clear pieces of evidence supporting their position. Evidence might include the effects of assigning seats on a proportional versus winner-take-all basis, balancing party representation versus local/geographic constituencies, the power of centralized parties in each system, how each system connects to the delegate or trustee models of representation, and the role of third parties.
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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
__________ is the hierarchical ranking within a society of various social class groups
a. Socioeconomic status b. Power c. Wealth d. Social stratification
What are the philosophies, generally speaking, of the Democratic and Republican Parties today?
What will be an ideal response?
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a. agriculture b. alcohol and firearms c. spending d. workplace rights