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Why does democracy often look inefficient to most Americans?

a. Our system for electing officials is overly cumbersome. b. Many Americans do not actively participate in politics. c. The United States has some of the highest levels of political corruption. d. Disagreements and conflict prolong decision making.

The Pentagon’s strongest support for increased military expenditures has been from which of the following groups?

A. Arms suppliers and defense contractors B. Members of the military and citizens who work in the defense industry C. Members of Congress whose districts or states benefit economically from military bases or contracts D. Presidents and members of Congress who identify with the Republican Party E. Foreign countries that depend on the United States for military support and assistance in defending their borders