In most states, chief executives can depend upon their cabinet secretaries to be loyal primarily to them, with few, if any, competing loyalties

Senate bills are called up

A) when the Senate Rules Committee passes a special rule. B) by unanimous consent. C) by presidential fiat. D) by chance. E) by courtesy vote.

What term describes the competitive buildup of weapons systems?

a. Deterrence b. Arms race c. Balance of terror d. Mutually assured destruction