Despite the prominence of state legislatures and difficulties with executive-legislative relations, governors dominate setting the policy agenda in most states

An environmental group works to pass legislation that would decrease air pollution

But an individual would probably not contribute to that group, especially if he or she could enjoy the benefits of breathing clean air without participating in the group's campaign. This is an example of the __________ problem.

Summarize the discussion in the text about the fact that American political values are often expressed—and thus reinforced—through popular culture

Choose one of your favorite songs, and explain what elements of the American creed it speaks to and how it does so. What will be an ideal response?