In Downs's issue-attention cycle, the last stage is __________, described as a "prolonged limbo—a twilight realm of lesser attention or spasmodic recurrences of interest."

Dan is not all that certain that ethics rules for government officials is a good thing. Knowing this, explain which political culture probably informs Dan's thinking.

What will be an ideal response?

The population growth and political and economic gains of Hispanic, African American, and other non-Anglo groups since the 1970s __________.

A. is likely to have no enduring effects on Texas's political mythology B. has led to the reinforcement of dominant mythology created by the white population C. means that some aspects of contemporary mythology will be challenged and revised D. is responsible for the creation of the myth of rugged individualism