President Reagan's attempt to downsize the federal bureaucracy was thwarted by

a. strong public support of the bureaucracy.
b. the independent nature of bureaucratic organizations.
c. Republicans in Congress.
d. the Progressives.
e. Democrats in Congress

b

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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What was the impact of Reagan's attempt at devolution?

a. State governments had less responsibility, so they were able to reduce taxes. b. The national government cut programs, which were then absorbed by the states with little difficulty. c. The states were forced to increase taxes, since they now had more responsibility and less funding due to federal tax cuts. d. The states welcomed the increased control of programs, because it came with increased funding.

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