According to Elazar, which key factor has contributed to the diffusion of distinct political cultures in the United States?

What is the main idea behind "pork barrel" politics?

a. Legislators seek to spend government money in their home district to help ensure reelection. b. Legislators who spend an inordinate amount of the taxpayers' money will most likely lose the next election. c. The law-making process is less corrupt when representatives can secure limited benefits for their constituents. d. Interest groups from agricultural areas have greater influence in upper houses of legislatures than in lower houses.

Which of the following has NOT been a legislative act or judicial ruling impacting education policy in Texas?

a. the Gilmer-Aiken Act of 1949 b. the Education Reform Act of 1984 c. Marbury v. Madison d. Edgewood ISD v. Kirby