Unlike expressions of public opinion, __________, because of their relationship to ideological beliefs, tend to be quite stable over time

The very existence of a military force can pose a threat to free government. The Framers guarded against such a threat by

a. prohibiting a military draft. b. mandating civilian control of the military. c. limiting the size of the military. d. listing detailed qualifications for the secretary of defense.

For which of the following would the Supreme Court most likely apply an intermediate standard of review to determine whether the policy is an unconstitutional violation of the equal protection clause?

a. having a different minimum age for men to marry than for women to marry b. prohibiting those over 70 years old from working in law enforcement c. prohibiting gays and lesbians from serving in the military d. requiring government contractors to have a racially diverse workforce