Discuss what is meant by the phrase "cruel and unusual punishment." Explain why the Supreme Court felt this principle had been violated in Furman v. Georgia.

What is the aim of most political ideologies?

a. self-betterment b. improving society c. revolution d. maintaining political power

Identify the four most common political ideologies in the United States and describe the basic beliefs of each one. What sort of measures would subscribers to each ideology support and oppose? Are these ideologies internally consistent? When answering this question, consider also why so few Americans identify themselves as ideologues.

What will be an ideal response?