The Framers adopted a federal system of government partly because they feared __________

Which is NOT one of the modernizing changes in state and larger city legislative bodies since the 1960s?

a. Higher salaries for legislators. b. Support of permanent staff for legislators. c. Offices for legislators. d. Appointment of a permanent liaison officer with the governor's office.

Which of the following is not an accurate comparison of American political parties to parties from most other democratic countries?

A) Compared to other countries, American parties are often ideologically vague. B) American parties gravitate toward more centrist positions on issues. C) Parties in most democracies are strong and well organized, whereas American parties tend to be weaker organizationally. D) Compared to other countries, American parties have more clear distinctions based on social class, ethnic, or religious divisions. E) American parties align with broader constituencies.