Write an essay in which you discuss the ways that Congress can check the judiciary.

What will be an ideal response?


The essay should include how Congress can alter the composition of the judiciary by the kinds of appointments the Senate is willing to confirm; Congress's power to alter the number of judges; and its power to impeach judges. Moreover, Congress can undo Supreme Court decisions interpreting the Constitution by amending that document. It can also repass laws declared unconstitutional; and finally, it can alter the jurisdiction of courts.

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a. 0.5% b. 1% c. 2% d. 5%

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Which statement explains why forming a world government is difficult?

a. States have different forms of government. b. States have a wide variety of economic policies. c. States would have to be committed to globalization. d. States would have to give up a great deal of sovereignty.

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___ is the lack of central authority in the international system

A) Anarchy B) Complexity C) Diversity D) Politics E) Security

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The most expensive single category of health care spending for the federal government is __________

a. Medicare b. Medicaid c. CHIPS d. HMOs

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