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political science
An important reason for why public policy and public opinion may not coincide in the United States is that... a) the American system of government includes arrangements, such as an appointed judiciary, which may produce policy decisions that run contraty to prevailing popular ...
Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at 10:02pm by tina

Political Science-PLEASE HELP
What are the American Government system's strengths and weaknesses?
Wednesday, October 28, 2009 at 3:04am by Rayna

Political Science-PLEASE HELP
What are the American Government system's strengths and weaknesses?
Tuesday, October 27, 2009 at 6:16pm by Rayna

American Government
http://www.sparknotes.com/us-government-and-politics/political-science/nations-and-states/section4.rhtml
Thursday, July 26, 2012 at 8:21pm by Ms. Sue

American National Government
What is the American political system's greatest strengths and weaknesses? Here is what I have so far: One of the strengths is the federal government shares soveteignty with the states as well as the Supreme Court balancing the rights of each state. Earlier in history this...
Monday, November 23, 2009 at 8:00pm by B.B.

Political Science-PLEASE HELP
It think they are talking about the government systems. I asked my teacher but don't know if he will get back to me today on it. So please help. I think the systems are the American Political system's.
Tuesday, October 27, 2009 at 6:16pm by Rayna

Political Science: American Government
I disagree with all of your answers! What are the facts that support your answers?
Friday, March 11, 2011 at 8:54pm by Ms. Sue

american government
Although our government could be considered a part of the social contract political theory, I would be inclined to agree.
Sunday, August 24, 2008 at 6:27pm by Brandon

political science
Political Participation What changed, if anything, in the American political culture between 2004 and 2008? Further, please feel free to examine changes to 2012, and how they might influence this year's November presidential and congressional elections.
Friday, September 14, 2012 at 6:59pm by Anonymous

american government
The process of political learning in the United States is a. normally cumulative; political beliefs attained earlier in life tend to be retained to a substantial degree. b. highly structured; children are subjected to an intense system of government-mandated political ...
Wednesday, August 4, 2010 at 8:38pm by vedrana

American Government
The nominating process? A.chooses new government officeholders. B.selects political-party leaders. C.narrows the field of possible candidates D.all the above
Wednesday, May 25, 2011 at 4:01pm by John Delarosa

Political Science
I need some good examples of topics to write a 5page paper on. The paper is to address any MAJOR problems of the American national government. Thank you
Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 11:16pm by Mel

American Government
Share two examples in American history of how the people of America shifted their ideologies from one set of beliefs to another. Why did this happen? What were the political, economic and social conditions that led to this shift?
Monday, November 28, 2011 at 12:33am by Linda

american government
Are these your choices? a. the unequal distribution of property. b. the American political tradition of association. c. the system of separation of powers in America. d. the spirit of individualism. e. the concept of majority rule. I'll be glad to check your answer.
Saturday, July 9, 2011 at 10:20pm by Ms. Sue

American government
The process of political learning in the US is:
Saturday, December 15, 2012 at 2:26pm by NeNe

American Government
What was the process of political learning in the United States?
Thursday, July 28, 2011 at 5:27pm by keturaqh

american Gov't
How is political sovereignty shared in a federal system of government?
Tuesday, June 14, 2011 at 5:20pm by Anonymous

us history
what is a political party? please respond me A political party is a political organization that seeks to attain political power within a government, usually by participating in electoral campaigns thank you for your answer
Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 8:06pm by lezou jonathan

US HISTORY
How did Alexander Hamilton significantly impact the early history of the American republic as a reult of his political principles and philosophy which impacted the American political traditions?
Wednesday, October 15, 2008 at 12:27am by sally

political science
What changed, if anything, in the American political culture between 2004 and 2008? Further, please feel free to examine changes to 2012, and how they might influence this year's November presidential and congressional elections.
Monday, December 10, 2012 at 9:52pm by tinsa

Political Science
What are the implications for judicial review on American democracy? Should any branch of government be able to review the actions and legislation of the others? Is this good for democracy or does it concentrate too much power in one branch?
Tuesday, October 20, 2009 at 12:50am by Rayna

history
Political centralization describes a strong national government. Political decentralization describes strong local state, provincial, or county governments and a weak national government. Which government? When?
Monday, March 14, 2011 at 3:52pm by Ms. Sue

American Government
Bureaucracy-They say red tape is partly a consequence of “bigness” but more typically a result of legal and political requirements. Is this a sufficient explanation? Is there more red tape in government than these two factors can explain?
Sunday, October 21, 2012 at 2:48am by Anonymous

us history
Regarding Thomas Paine's Common Sense... 1. According to Paine, peaceful negotiations and reconciliation between the American colonists and England were no long possible after what single specific historical event? 2. According to Paine, how has our connection to England ...
Tuesday, September 20, 2011 at 1:49pm by Moreno T.

political science
Political activities usually pertain to activities designed to influence the government. They also could be activities intended to influence one or more people within a business.
Thursday, October 15, 2009 at 4:02pm by Ms. Sue

Government US
Totalitarianism differs from authoritarianism in allowing no a. voice in government b. veto over legislation c. political parties d. personal freedom e. elections I cant quite figure this out and even if I can I am very unsure. I would say political parties. Could you confirm ...
Saturday, September 24, 2011 at 4:59pm by Kenny

social science
what are the effects of the declaration of independence and its influence on early american government? why is it still considered one of the most important documents in american history?
Monday, September 21, 2009 at 7:29pm by chris

American Government
Its supposed to be an essay, between 600 to 700 words, all together, But I can't find how to do it, I tried but american government its not a stong subject for me. Can you help?
Tuesday, April 17, 2012 at 3:41pm by Jessica

American History
Describe the social, economic, and political composition of the decade of corporate greed and how it affected the political climate of the 1980s. I'm having trouble catagorizing "social", "political" and "economic".
Monday, October 29, 2007 at 12:50am by Gwen

American Government
Although members of the federal reserve board are appointed by presidents with advice and consent of the senate, they may not be removed for policy reasons. This is to insulate their decisions from political pressures.
Sunday, January 30, 2011 at 2:19am by Damon

POLITICAL SCIENCE
describe the European origins of American conservative and liberal ideologies. Then, explain how these two American ideologies have evolved from their European origins, and the key features of each American ideology today. Do “Tea Party” beliefs neatly fit in a ...
Monday, March 18, 2013 at 7:13pm by kayla

American Government
What is each of the following responsible for? Local government, State government, Federal government
Saturday, August 23, 2008 at 11:44am by Sadie

american government
Through the grants of power in Constitution,the Framers sought to: a)define the powers of state government b)create a government in which sovereignty was invested in the national government only c)enumerate the rights of individuals d)both empower government and limit it. IS B...
Wednesday, June 23, 2010 at 8:26pm by vedrana

us history
What big idea of American government does The House of Burgesses Fall under? Delf Government, Limited government, representative government or common law.
Thursday, September 18, 2008 at 6:28pm by Ali

government
nonparty groups that raise and distribute money to candidates are called: A)legal bribery organizations b)limited government interest corporations C)political action committees d)political interest and action committees.i think its c
Friday, September 26, 2008 at 11:02pm by Anonymous

history
Most american socialists did not advocate: a.the creation of a stronger central government b. a worldwide revolution by the working class c. economic change accomplished through political action I think its a but I know its not b.
Sunday, February 20, 2011 at 12:35am by sharice

government
As drwls said, the American Legion is the one that you should probably pick, although they indeed promote causes and have drifted to one side of the political landscape.
Thursday, December 27, 2007 at 12:35am by Damon

American History
Which is most accurate regarding the American political climate between 1876 and 1896? A. The influence of the president over Congress diminished? B. The party that won the presidential election also controlled Congress? C. Southern states tended to vote Republican? D. Little ...
Saturday, October 29, 2011 at 1:03am by Ginger

Government
Political parties, the president, interest groups/lobbyists, political action committees, other members of congress
Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at 1:31am by Tylar

american government/ economics
A constituion: is a unitary form of government., sets out the principles and structure of a government., is a part of federal system of government ., is devolped only for democratic governments. i think its b.if not correct please, thank you
Saturday, September 20, 2008 at 12:13am by Anonymous,

government
Constitutionalism (Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy) by W Waluchow - 2007 - Cited by 9 - Related articles Feb 20, 2007 ... Constitutionalism is the idea, often associated with the political theories of John Locke and the "founders" of the American republic, ... 1...
Saturday, January 29, 2011 at 4:31pm by Writeacher

American Government
Why should a political system be unitary, federal, or confederal? If the U.S. were to have another constitutional convention, would we keep a federal system or change it?
Thursday, August 6, 2009 at 8:12am by Alvin

Political science
True or false the government sells bonds in order to lower inflation.
Wednesday, December 5, 2012 at 10:55pm by Jessie

Ethnics
I am a little confused on how to research the following: • Select 1 racial group from the list below: o African American o Asian American o Arab American o Hispanic American/Latino o White/Caucasian •Write a 250- to 350-word summary of the economic, social, and ...
Friday, March 30, 2012 at 5:32am by Bella

democratic politics 10th grade cbse
1list 4 demerits of democracy? 2Explain 4 challenges faced by democracy? 3. Analyze political outcomes of demo? 4. Why is democracy better than dictatorship 5. what is significance of oppositions in political parties? 6. suggest 4 methods to reform political parties? 7. ...
Tuesday, December 23, 2008 at 11:08am by nayashree

Please check my U.S. Government answers!
Seven was correct. Political culture is defined as a commonly shared set of beliefs and values about politics and government. The culture affects how people believe that politics should be carried out. Most countries have a unique political culture affected by their history ...
Tuesday, August 28, 2012 at 4:52pm by Jacob

Political Science-PLEASE HELP
Please visit some of the sites in this GOOGLE Search: http://www.google.com/search?q=American+Government+system%27s+strengths+and+weaknesses&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&aq=t&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&client=firefox-a Sra
Wednesday, October 28, 2009 at 3:04am by SraJMcGin

Pos/110 american government
Can someone help please??? 1. Assignment: American Government Concepts • Resources: Chapter 1 of the text lists several key concepts in American government. Among these are government, politics, policymaking system, public policy, democracy, majority rule, minority rights...
Wednesday, March 30, 2011 at 9:54pm by Ruth

psy
20. <22{1[1(01)]}> Since Jessica’s participation in local politics increased significantly after she joined her school’s political science club, it is clear that her involvement in that club led her to take an interest in politics. The argument above ...
Saturday, September 25, 2010 at 7:19pm by Cat

American History
Which is most accurate regarding the American political climate between 1876 and 1896?
Saturday, October 29, 2011 at 1:03am by tanya

American Government
Question about American party organizations: A. are about to die out B. Are more powerful today than any time in history C. are still, important but their role in campaigns is secondary to that of candidates D. are unimportant in the political system today Is this answer ...
Monday, July 11, 2011 at 2:50pm by Amanda

Political Science: American Government
Can you please tell me if these are correct? Thank you! Generally, people with lower incomes, less education, and lower job status: a. are more conservative in their political opinions. b. are more liberal in their political opinions. c. are more moderate in their political ...
Friday, March 11, 2011 at 8:54pm by lara

political science- PHL
hello can u help me please? write a few words about Machiavelli, Locke and how they are relevant today? John Locke is another philosopher who is considered as relevant today for some of his ideas he expressed. His writings were a great influence to the founders of United ...
Saturday, December 1, 2012 at 7:32am by jenny

government
its not in our txt its a wkst is it c? im just not sure if it is bc it says political action committees that work for or against political candidates and may make campaign contributions.
Monday, November 29, 2010 at 7:46pm by kelly

American gov't
http://www.sparknotes.com/us-government-and-politics/american-government/interest-groups/section1.rhtml
Monday, November 5, 2012 at 4:39pm by Ms. Sue

american government
Ideological groups are distinct from single issue groups in a. the number of issues with which they are concerned. b. the intensity of their members’ opinions. c. their tendency to get involved in election campaigns. d. that members do not seek to influence the political...
Thursday, July 1, 2010 at 9:01am by vedrana

american government
All of the following are characteristcs of a realigning election EXCEPT: a)sharp divisions between the parties b)major policy initiatives by the winning party c)a very close electoral result d)the disruption of the existing political order ID C CORRECT ANSWER?THANK YOU:))))
Wednesday, June 30, 2010 at 3:41pm by vedrana

government
They all promote causes. That is a strange question. The Sierra Club spends a lot of its budget on lawyers and lobbying. The American Legion, although open to all war veterans, generally takes a conservative position on political issues.
Thursday, December 27, 2007 at 12:35am by drwls

eth need some info.
Ms. Sue, I have to write a 350 to 500 words essay , by doing a compare and contrast for the following. The problem is I am not too sure of the charactericts of each groups. please help. Descriptors Good neighbors, family oriented, oppressive to women, not oppressive to women, ...
Sunday, July 13, 2008 at 9:45pm by rose- (Ms. Sue)

history
• Create a five- to seven-point, bullet point list of the factors that led to political stalemate and the subsequent farmers’ revolt in the late 19th Century. • Write a 100- to 150-word response addressing the relationship between the issues the political system...
Wednesday, May 19, 2010 at 8:40am by arlene

American Government POL 201
1. The nerve center of the American Presidency is (B) The Executive Office of the President 2. Question : Presidential character, according to James David Barber, is important for voters to consider when electing the President because they can (B) Predict his performance 3. ...
Sunday, February 3, 2013 at 3:01pm by ALWAYS RIGHT

social studies
Sorry...one more question! A feature of the American political system NOT adopted from practice in England is: a)appeal of disputed court decisions to higher courts b) legislative control of government finaces c) local government through town meetings d) the bicameral ...
Monday, September 15, 2008 at 10:01am by cecilia

omm 612612 Managing in Social Change
If you could choose between what we called the Anglo-American political economy and the continental European model of political economy, which would you prefer? Why?
Tuesday, August 21, 2012 at 9:34pm by brenda

history
Between Alexander Hamilton and Thomas Jefferson, how did Alexander create a greater lasting influence upon the American political traditions as a result of their political principles and philosophy?
Wednesday, October 15, 2008 at 2:36pm by Joe

history
The Progressive Movement has been characterized as a movement that brought a sense of justice and morality to the American political scene between 1890 and 1917. Other historians say that although well-intentioned, in the end they failed to achieve their goals. Your task is to...
Tuesday, February 23, 2010 at 12:20am by W.E.B. DuBois

American History
Try some of the following links for verification: http://search.yahoo.com/search?fr=mcafee&p=the+American++political+climate+between+1876+and+1896 Sra
Saturday, October 29, 2011 at 1:03am by SraJMcGin

Political Sci
What changed, if anything, in the American political culture between 2004 and 2008? Further, please feel free to examine changes to 2012, and how they might influence this year's November presidential and congressional elections.
Wednesday, October 10, 2012 at 9:44am by Dave

History
True Or False; The Political machines of the large cities determinded what type of projects would be funded by tax dollars and for the most part they were honest organizations, The U.S. government's treaties were just ways of moving the Native Americans around so that it ...
Monday, May 7, 2012 at 3:01pm by MM

government
http://www.sparknotes.com/us-government-and-politics/american-government/the-presidency/section3.rhtml
Friday, October 19, 2012 at 6:51pm by Ms. Sue

Social Studies
Farmers¡¦ Revolt „h Create a bullet point list of the factors that led to political stalemate and the subsequent farmers¡¦ revolt in the late 19th Century. Adress the relationship between the issues the political system dealt with in the Gilded ...
Monday, April 12, 2010 at 3:58pm by Donna

American Government
What are the implications for judicial review on American Democracy? Should any branch of government be able to review the actions and legislation of the others? Is this good for democracy or does it concentrate too much power in one branch???
Tuesday, September 15, 2009 at 6:43pm by ggift

Social Studies
the political parties formed based on different opinions on the government and economy. political parties include democrats, republicans, 3rd parties, etc.
Wednesday, February 11, 2009 at 8:05pm by linell

AP US History
Analyze the extent to which the American Revolution represented a radical alteration in American political ideas and institutions. Confine your answer to the period 1775 to 1800.
Wednesday, September 24, 2008 at 8:31pm by amber

Quick Question
oh political unrest meaning the people are not happy with the government or whatever political party is taking over at the time. So this unrest will cause protest. and ultimately a disturbance in the amount of food in a certain country.
Monday, May 2, 2011 at 3:23pm by aria

American Government
Do you believe that the United States Government is following the Constitutions five basic principles of Popular Sovereignty, Limited Government, Seperation of Powers, Checks and Balances, and Federalism? List your reasoning for each please!
Friday, October 22, 2010 at 12:23pm by Amy

world history
The French people were very angry at the government. The Batille represented the government, and they may have believed that political prisoners were held in this jail.
Wednesday, November 3, 2010 at 6:20pm by Ms. Sue

economie
Revolution is most likely to occur when the economy has taken a downturn and there is political upheaval. This is generally accompanied by new ideals and a group of individual pushing for change. In the case of the American Revolution, the American colonists were seeking ...
Saturday, June 23, 2012 at 9:43pm by Heather

Political Science/Media
True or False Because of their dependence of government sources, the news media are unable to set the agenda of debate.
Friday, March 16, 2012 at 12:23am by tina

social studies
Here's the other word: Main Entry: Democratic-Republican Function: adjective Date: 1818 : of or relating to a major American political party of the early 19th century favoring a strict interpretation of the constitution to restrict the powers of the federal government and ...
Wednesday, September 10, 2008 at 9:05am by SraJMcGin

science
The creation of the Enivronmental Protection Agency by the federal government is an example of the American people's desire to _______. a) protect their individual rigths from violation by the judicial branch b) centralize the government c) protect their national s space ...
Friday, September 10, 2010 at 8:00pm by pam

American Government
The term "public opinion" is frequently used in reference to all of American society. This perspective is? A. accurate, since Americans are one people and indivisible B. less accurate than view of public opinion based on majority, since the political system operates ...
Tuesday, October 2, 2012 at 10:32pm by Liz

american government
there are five main principles that form the basis of rules that ensure our democratic government. discuss each and present an example that shows how our government is not obeying each principle
Tuesday, July 20, 2010 at 1:55pm by emma

government
the nominating process a. chooses new government officeholders b. selects political-party leaders c. narrows the field of possible candidated for an election d. all of the above c.
Thursday, December 27, 2007 at 7:42pm by jere

U.S History
In the pledge of allegiance what does and to the republic mean? it refers to the United States of America A republic is: 1 a (1) : a government having a chief of state who is not a monarch and who in modern times is usually a president (2) : a political unit (as a nation) ...
Monday, August 22, 2005 at 7:23pm by Khandase

government
1. a.registration b. gerrymandering c.political socialization d. franchising e.precinct divisions 2. a franchise b.precinct c.registration d.electorate e.political party and i don't need 3 anymore
Friday, June 29, 2012 at 12:00pm by victoria

American Government
This is a matching part and I already got the rest but I can't get these two. Here are the questions from column 1: 1. metropolitan government 2. county government Here are the choices from column 2: d. form of government that began largely in the agricultural southern ...
Thursday, April 28, 2011 at 10:35am by Cheryl

social studies
http://www.sparknotes.com/us-government-and-politics/american-government/the-bureaucracy/section2.rhtml
Friday, January 25, 2013 at 7:31pm by Ms. Sue

Political science college
what is a source for statistics for muslim american businesses in the US Do you know of a source for statistics for muslim american businesses in the US economy
Friday, December 10, 2010 at 11:14pm by Carolyn

government
Yes. Our founding fathers didn't want political parties. http://www.shmoop.com/political-parties/founding-fathers-political-parties.html
Sunday, March 21, 2010 at 1:39pm by Ms. Sue

political science
which political ideology would be against abortion, and why?
Sunday, March 10, 2013 at 9:31am by nina

government
voters select government officials during the a. convention b. general election c. primary election d. political action committee c
Thursday, December 27, 2007 at 7:43pm by jere

history
Which system of government rests furthest left on the political spectrum and, as a totalitarian regime, focuses on the government owning all aspects of the economy, including property and the means of production?
Friday, March 30, 2012 at 10:34am by aries

History
Which system of government rests furthest left on the political spectrum and as a totalitarian regime, focuses on the government owning all aspects of the economy, including property and the means of production?
Tuesday, August 9, 2011 at 7:20pm by question 3

political
Researchers have also found differences in public opinion by ethinicity and race. In general,_________, are significantly more likely than African Americans to favor cuts in government spending. 1. Asian Americans 2. Latino Americans 3. White Americans Answer is :Asian ...
Wednesday, April 4, 2012 at 9:50pm by Shani

government
a political action committees purpose is to a. use propaganda b. work for the interests of all americans c. raise enough money for political candidates d. encourage americans to join interests groups
Monday, November 29, 2010 at 7:46pm by kelly

American Government
if there was one fundamental element of American democracy what would it be?
Wednesday, July 21, 2010 at 3:14pm by Denise

political science
Any political ideology that includes a belief that human life begins at conception.
Sunday, March 10, 2013 at 9:31am by PsyDAG

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