The traditional approach to health care policy in the U.S. has been

In thinking about California's political geography, one of the most significant developments with respect to partisan politics is ______.

A. a noticeable split between a heavily liberal, Democratic north and a conservative, Republican south B. a checkerboard of Republican and Democratic counties across the state, making it difficult to identify any geographic areas where partisans concentrate C. solid Democratic majorities across all 58 counties D. an east-west divide, whereby coastal regions are more liberal and Democratic, and inland regions are more conservative and Republican

Which of the following best describes the system of patronage?

A. Another name for representation B. Only occurred at the national level C. Ended by the time of the Civil War D. Rewarded party faithful with government jobs and contracts E. Guarantees mentors for newly elected officials