Generalized feelings of distrust, cynicism, and powerlessness stemming from television's emphasis on the negative aspects of American life have been labeled __________

In which way is lobbying the executive branch similar to lobbying the courts?

a. Both require a lobbyist to hold a law degree. b. Both can involve lobbying related to the implementation of an existing policy. c. Both are relatively rare, given that most lobbyists focus exclusively on Congress. d. Both typically involve grassroots lobbying. -

Which of the following best describes the conflict that has sometimes existed between the National Security Council (NSC) and others within the national security establishment?

a. Because the NCS always integrates advice from other cabinet departments, most advisers in national security see the council as having little independent value. b. The NSC has sometimes conspired with the State and Defense departments in covert operations, such as the Iran-Contra affair. c. Because the NCS was created after September 11, 2001, many in the departments of State and Defense do not respect the limited experience of this newcomer. d. The NSC has sometimes competed with, rather than integrated advice from, cabinet departments such as State and Defense, and it also has become involved in covert operations such as the Iran-Contra affair.