Which of the following would highlight a critical downside of a federal system?
a. the national legislature dominated by a single political party
b. a component state unable to raise sufficient funds to provide certain government services at the local level
c. the inability of component states to have any autonomy
d. local officials unable to make basic decisions without the express consent of the central government
b
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One appealing strength of government sector work is that
A. pay and benefits compare favorably to the private sector, especially for lower skill jobs. B. employees can never be fired. C. patronage will increase one's salary and benefits. D. union membership is not required. E. None of the above is true.
Groups that primarily try to influence government indirectly by shaping public opinion, supporting or opposing candidates, and influencing the decisions of government officials are known as
a. focus groups. b. political action committees. c. interest groups. d. political parties. e. political candidates.