Which of the following is the authority vested in a particular court to hear and decide the issues in a particular case?

You are a consultant hired to advise state legislators on redistricting plans. A prominent party leader suggested packing a district. Given that your job is to explain the full consequences of this action, what is one disadvantage that you should mention?

a. Packing involves complicated logistics. b. Packing rarely produces a long-term advantage for a political party. c. Packing is typically challenged in court. d. Packing a district can dilute the party's strength in adjacent districts.

Which of the following does NOT actively lobby Congress?

a. Labor unions b. Political parties c. Corporations d. Foreign governments e. Senior citizens