The constitutional amendment to balance the federal budget passed the Republican-controlled Senate in 1995

What distinguishes a means-tested program from a social insurance program?

a. A means-tested program extends benefits based on age categories, while a social insurance program provides benefits based on immediate need. b. A means-tested program only extends benefits to the elderly, while a social insurance program extends benefits to everybody. c. A social insurance program provides benefits based on demonstrated need, while a means-tested program provides benefits based on lifetime contributions. d. A social insurance program provides benefits based on lifetime contributions, while a means-tested program provides benefits based on demonstrated need.

A lobbyist is

A. any association of individuals. B. inevitably affiliated with one of the two major political parties. C. an individual or organization that attempts to influence legislation and the administrative decisions of government. D. a member of Congress who challenges the majority position. E. a member of the congressional leadership who is in a position to shape the legislative agenda in a way that benefits powerful interest groups.