______ is critical to all other areas of policy but is not often recognized for its central role.

A traditional norm in which presidents consult with senators from the states when considering potential nominees to the lower levels of the federal judiciary is defined as ______.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

It has been noted that shifts in immigration policy follow ________

A. major recessions or depressions B. major elections C. social unrest and turmoil D. A & B only E. A & C only