The controversies and legal actions related to issues such as same-sex marriage are examples of
a. the North-South divide.
b. the culture wars.
c. interstate conflict.
d. the new normal in fiscal policy.
b
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What will be an ideal response?
Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
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