At its core, the intent of the Fourteenth Amendment was to guarantee which of the following to former slaves?

When selecting a member of his cabinet, a President might hope to accomplish which of the following?

I. Reward supporters II. Strengthen links with Congress III. Establish a new executive department IV. Strengthen links with key interest groups a. I and II only b. III and IV only c. I, II, and IV only d. I, III, and IV only e. I, II, III, and IV

The primary cause for the weakening of Mexican federalism over time has been

A. American destabilization of the peso. B. the growing number of Mexican states in existence. C. judicial review and the Mexican Supreme Court. D. the overwhelming power of the president in the political system.