President Sanders receives information about the operations of a global terrorist organization. He orders an investigation of the whereabouts of the terrorists and their plan of action. He decides to withhold this information from Congress to ensure that there is no interference or compromise in national security. By withholding information from Congress, President Sanders is exerting his _____

Who promoted the “surge strategy” in Iraq?

a. General David Petraeus. b. Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta. c. General Colin Powell. d. President George W. Bush.

For presidential candidates, a significant advantage in an early primary win in New Hampshire is which of the following?

A. Being named the lead horse, which eliminates other partisan challengers B. The ability to ignore the rest of the primary election season C. A bonus accrual of 10 super delegate votes at the national nominating convention D. Being designated as the front-runner, with resulting media exposure E. The right to speak at the nominating convention of their party