The federal bureaucracy consists of the departments, agencies, and offices within the __________that perform the functions of government

Which statement explains why feudalism is considered an early example of "balance of power" thinking?

a. Feudal systems were roughly as powerful as authoritarian ones. b. Feudalism made room for influence by various sectors of society. c. Feudalism allowed for better cooperation among enemy countries. d. Power was given exclusively to parliaments that were democratically elected.

Who was the first president to propose a comprehensive national health insurance program?

A. Theodore Roosevelt B. Harry Truman C. Bill Clinton D. Barack Obama