The new law restructuring the welfare system prohibits most aid, including welfare and medical, to undocumented immigrants and legal immigrants who are not citizens. In which state is this expected to have the most severe impact?

Which of the following is NOT a difference between the United States Supreme Court and the Japanese court?

a. The U.S. Supreme Court is appointed by the president and confirmed by the Senate, while the Japanese court is selected by the cabinet from lists submitted by the court. b. The U.S. Supreme Court justices have jobs for life, but new members of the Japanese court must be confirmed by a popular vote at the next general election and again after ten years of service. c. The U.S. Supreme Court exercises its power of judicial review frequently and has involved itself in many controversial issues, while the Japanese court tends to avoid using its power of judicial review and becoming involved in controversial issues. d. The U.S. Supreme Court is separate from the executive branch, while the Japanese court is a part the executive branch.

Discuss the use of heuristics in making political decisions, their benefits, and their costs.

What will be an ideal response?