Any conflict coming before a court in the United States must fall within that court's jurisdiction, or authority to hear the case

Research shows that growing up in a homogeneous community:

a. increases support for Democrats b. makes people more evenhanded and moderate in their political attitudes c. decreases the likelihood of voting in an election d. increases an adult's sense of civic duty

Which of the following statements about democracy as currently practiced in the United States is most accurate?

A. The United States is one of the few countries that practices direct democracy. B. In the United States, the minority has veto power over the electoral and legislative choices of the majority. C. In the United States, the rule of the majority is absolute. D. In the United States, public policy is determined by the people's representatives, not by the people themselves. E. In the United States, the majority in government cannot pass laws without the active support of the minority.