Patronage power is
A) the power to hand out jobs and benefits upon election and while in office.
B) the power to develop a strong business base.
C) the power to maintain the needs of all the people at the same time.
D) the power of the people to elect officials.
E) the power of the people to use their voice to enact change.
A
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Which of the following was a problem under the Articles of Confederation?
a. The national government was too strong compared to the states. b. The government derived its power from the citizens themselves. c. Congress imposed excessive taxes. d. Citizens lacked a national identity.
Treaties are subject to _________ before becoming legally binding.
A. judicial review in the Supreme Court B. ratification by a majority of the states C. ratification by a majority of both houses of Congress D. ratification by a two-thirds majority of the Senate E. ratification by a majority of the states, and ratification by a majority of both houses of Congress.