Which of the following terms are not considered formal stages of the budgeting cycle?

By dramatically reducing the complexity and scale of the political

process for the decision maker (i.e., voter), political parties are functioning as a ____________. A) broker of ideas B) facilitator of political socialization C) loyal opposition D) recruiter of political activists

What is one way in which the power of the UN Security Council is limited?

A. Its decisions depend entirely on the interests of its member states. B. The UN General Assembly can override its decisions. C. Member states adhere to Security Council resolutions. D. Eight of the ten nonpermanent members can override a permanent member's veto.