One of the barriers to the development of a merit-based employment system in Texas was __________.
A. constitutional provisions allowing the governor to appoint most top officials in the executive branch
B. the implementation of whistle-blower protection laws
C. the influence of the individualistic political subculture
D. the creation of the Civil Service Commission by the federal government
Answer: C
Political Science
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a. Hispanics b. Protestants c. women d. young voters
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Explain E. E. Schattschneider's observation: "The flaw in the pluralist heaven is that the heavenly chorus sings with a strong upper-class accent."
What will be an ideal response?
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