In Shelby County v. Holder (2013) the Supreme Court overturned a key portion of which of the following laws that required states to pre-clear any changes to their election laws with the Department of Justice?

What is the impact of the perception of political elites that most Americans do not know enough to form sound opinions on vital issues of the day?

A) Political elites, aware of the ignorance and low interest of the general public, may convince themselves not to give all of their attention to foreign policy. B) Political elites, aware of the high level of political knowledge and high interest of the general public, may convince themselves to pay too much attention to public opinion. C) Political elites, aware of the ignorance and low interest of the general public, may convince themselves not to pay much attention to public opinion. D) Political elites, aware of the ignorance and low interest of the general public, may convince themselves to spend most of their time trying to spur public interest in politics.

Why did Obama appoint Steven Rattner as policy czar to respond to the auto industry crisis?

A)He was lobbied by the auto industry to do so. B)He was required to by Congress. C)He wanted to demonstrate his seriousness. D)He did not want to address the problem personally.