In reaction to a controversial decision by the state legislature, citizen groups secure enough signatures to place a(n) _____________ on the next election ballot, in which voters will decide whether to confirm or repeal the legislature’s actions.

a. initiative 
b. recall vote 
c. popular referendum 
d. direct plebiscite 

c. popular referendum 

Political Science

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The successes of the women's rights movement are attributable to the design of the Constitution and the American political system, which allowed for easy social changes

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Political Science

Explain why the dual roles of members of Congress encourage citizens’ love–hate relationship with Congress.

What will be an ideal response?

Political Science