The provision of categorical and block grant money by the federal government to state and local governments has resulted in a relationship between the two of

__________ is/are among the most important tools that monetary policy uses to affect the overall economy

a. Foreign monetary investment b. Government spending c. Interest rates d. Taxation rates

A ________ occurs when a major lasting shift occurs in the popular coalition supporting one or both parties.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).