The controversial free-speech issue of whether the First Amendment protects the right to burn or deface an American flag is concerned with

a. obscenity.
b. symbolic speech.
c. commercial speech.
d. libel and slander.
e. the right to a fair trial.

B

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In order to override a presidential veto, Congress needs ________

a. three-fifths approval of both chambers b. three-fifths majority of the House and two-thirds of the Senate c. two-thirds approval of both chambers d. two-thirds approval of the House e. three-fifths approval of the Senate

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Throughout history which of following has been true regarding American federalism?

a. Federalism has proven to be rigid and unchanging in the face of an ever-changing world. b. The role and powers of the federal government have evolved as undisputed. c. The powers of the state governments have become almost nonexistent in light of national government powers. d. Technology, population shifts and the global economy have spurred reexamination of state and federal functions and federalism’s flexibility has allowed it to adapt to these changes. e. American federalism has become almost nonexistent.

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