People who favor state or local action rather than national action are known as ________

Which of the following statements best characterizes Americans' attitudes toward government aid to the poor?

a. Aid to the poor should be the responsibility of state governments, not the federal government. b. Aid to the poor should be the responsibility of private charities, not the government. c. Government should help the less fortunate, but the less fortunate should also help themselves. d. The federal government should be much more aggressive in helping the poor.

Which of the following is a reason why incumbency is not as great an advantage for Senators as it is for House members running for reelection?

a. Senate races are more competitive than House races because they are state-wide races. b. Senate races are more competitive because they draw more qualified high-profile candidates. c. National issues are focused on more in Senate races. d. all of the above e. none of the above