Which of the following most accurately describes sociopolitical parameters of power?
a. They are intangible elements of power that are often psychological in nature. They
are also quite frequently ephemeral.
b. They are frequently concrete elements of power concerned with economic and military
capabilities. On occasion, they may be ephemeral.
c. Their importance is rarely recognized in the policy community.
d. They are important only for state actors in international affairs.
a
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In his book on globalization, The Lexus and the Olive Tree, Thomas Friedman introduces the idea of the golden straitjacket. What is the golden straitjacket and what four objectives must states pursue under its policies?
What will be an ideal response?
The discretionary power of judges is less than that of elected officials because judges
a. are prohibited from relying on personal judgment when deciding an issue. b. must make decisions that can be justified in terms of existing provisions of the law. c. are prohibited from addressing issues without the permission of elected officials. d. are prohibited from taking into account the political consequences of a decision. e. must render rulings on all appeals.