The term “gerrymandering” was coined because Governor Elbridge Gerry of Massachusetts created a new congressional district that on the map appeared to his opponents as resembling a
a. snake.
b. ink blot.
c. new state.
d. salamander.
e. crescent moon.
ANS: D
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a. Organized interests largely ignore such laws. b. Groups can spend unlimited amounts of money if there is no coordination with a candidate. c. Laws do not empower any entity to prosecute offenders of such laws. d. Campaigns are not required to report the source of their contributions. e. The penalties for violating such laws do not deter illegal activity.
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A. corporations should be thought of as individuals B. everyone should pay something C. those who have more should pay taxes at a higher rate D. deductions for groups with special needs are good