Discuss some of the major initiatives by the federal government to stimulate the economy in the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis.
What will be an ideal response?
?First stimulus bill in February of 2008 was $125 billion and paid to people in checks of $600 each.Troubled Asset Relief Program in October 2008 provided $700 billion in investments to save troubled banks and insurance companies. Also, made loans to Chrysler and General Motors.American Recovery and Reinvestment Act in February 2009 provided $787 in stimulus for over 11 years.?
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Which of the following would be a likely disadvantage of regional primaries in the nomination of presidential candidates?
a. They would retain the current emphasis on money and media. b. They would create an even more complicated nominating process. c. They would put small states at a significant disadvantage in the nominating process. d. They would likely lead to lower voter turnout in the primaries.
The act of providing the organization and expertise required to put into action any policy that has become law; also refers to the actual execution of a policy is known as a(n)
a. triggering mechanism. b. entrepreneurial policy. c. congressional mandate. d. procedural mandate. e. implementation.