The power of the purse, which the Constitution grants to Congress, carries with it the power to monitor how well the money is spent

As a well-informed citizen living in Texas in the 19th century after the Civil War, what is William likely to find in the newspapers?

a. newspapers resorting to sensationalism and yellow journalism b. outspoken stances on social issues like women's suffrage c. partisanship by the press along political lines d. a lack of political or product advertising in the newspapers

Which of the following is NOT a step in the rulemaking process?

a. An agency gives advance notice that it is considering issuing a rule in a particular policy area. b. The agency gives interested parties an opportunity to comment on the proposed rule. c. The Justice Department reviews the rule to see that it conforms to the Voting Rights Act. d. The rule is published in the Code of Federal Regulations. e. The president signs the rule into law.