Increasingly, states and local economies are influenced by what happens in the global economy

How was the following 1965 exchange between a Johnson aid and Lyndon Johnson—who was both escalating the war in Vietnam and a close watcher of the polls—illustrative of the volatility of public opinion

The aid told Johnson: "we have overwhelming public opinion on our side." Johnson replied, "Yes, but for a very underwhelming period of time." A) Two-thirds support for the war in 1965 turned into two-thirds opposition in 1968 B) Two-thirds opposition for the war in 1965 turned into two-thirds support in 1968 C) Two-thirds support for the war in 1965 remained two-thirds support in 1968 D) Two-thirds opposition for the war in 1965 remained two-thirds opposition in 1968

What does the response to the 9/11 terror attacks demonstrate?

A)In addressing the domestic effects of terrorism, presidents often receive very little good advice or insight from policy czars. B)In dealing with the national security policy, presidents are often forced to rely heavily on the guidance of Congress. C)In managing the federal bureaucracy, presidents are often forced to choose between bad options. D)In coordinating a major government response, presidents are often expected to let state agencies set the agenda for action.