According to Neustadt, what is the basic dilemma facing all modern presidents?

A)The president may be willing to compromise, but that means nothing if he or she lacks conviction.
B)The public expects presidents to accomplish far more than their formal powers allow them to accomplish.
C)Power rests in taking unilateral action, not in bargaining and negotiating.
D)The president is at the center of government action and therefore can succeed on his or her own, without relying much on others.

B

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The functions of the United Nations include __________.

A. providing a forum in which tribes can settle disputes without the use of force B. promoting oceanic and forestry development in the global South C. coordinating information and planning by international agencies and programs D. coercing states into abiding by international law

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Which of the following U.S. churches have sought to pressure Israel to leave the occupied territories?

a. The Catholic Church. b. The American Association of Lutheran Churches. c. The Presbyterian Church. d. American Baptist Churches.

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