People who were born in the twenty-first century and whose lives are almost completely mediated are known as ______.

French prime ministers are more powerful __________

a. when their party is the majority in parliament b. during cohabitation c. under emergency rule d. when the president is of the same party

Social Security is one of the topics that legislators from both major political parties are rarely interested in challenging. Why is this?

A) The topic is far too complicated to understand. B) Most realize that nothing would be done anyway so they are not willing to attempt any solutions. C) Often referred to as the "third rail," to challenge Social Security in its current form is often politically fatal. D) The current system works well. E) The Social Security administration is the largest contributor to political campaigns in the United States.