What feature of Weberian bureaucracy is particularly prized by many who nevertheless criticize Weber’s model?

In contrast to the views of the founding fathers, political scientists like E.E. Schattschneider often describe political parties as

a. nothing more than large factions driven by selfish motives destructive of the common good. b. superior political organizations serving to enhance democracy. c. weak and insignificant, having no impact on the political system. d. inferior to interest groups in democratic governance.

The idea that the United States was destined to achieve superior world power status is linked to which of the following?

a. Exceptionalism b. The Bush Doctrine c. Checks and balances d. Soft power