Conditional cash transfer (CCT) programs were first implemented in

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

Hispanics represent nearly half of Los Angeles's population

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.