The state has granted Texas cities a(n) ____ range of discretionary power over organizational structure and local public policy.

According to the text, ______ technology has become a critical source of political leverage.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

_____ is a policy of building up military strength for the purpose of discouraging military attacks by other nations

A) Interventionism B) Neutrality C) Containment D) Deterrence E) Isolationism