In a(n) __________ system, local and regional governments derive authority from the national government

Explain how the concept of America being a melting pot conflicts with descriptive representation in Congress. How can the issue of descriptive representation adversely impact the interests of a particular group?

What will be an ideal response?

In the 1960s, the Supreme Court ruled states must respond to changes or shifts in population by

A) a process known as redistricting. B) redrawing their electoral districts; a process known as devolution. C) moving aid agency offices to new locations closer to those in need. D) helping people relocate to create more workable population patterns. E) nullifying old laws that did not reflect the new population patterns.