Which accurately explains why freedom of the press is essential to democracy?
a. The Constitution outlines in detail the requirements for speech to be considered "free speech.".
b. Having an informed electorate is important to a thriving democracy.
c. Without free speech, the president would not be able to fulfill the responsibilities of the office.
d. Without free speech, the members of Congress could not campaign for office.—
b
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While France does not have a tradition of judicial review in politics, it does have a government body that ensures that constitutional provisions possess a superiority over ordinary laws. What is that government body known as?
A. Supreme Court of France B. Constitutional Council C. House of Lords of France D. Assemblée Nationale
____ percent of U.S. households have at least one television, and the average household has ____
A) 99; 4 B) 80; 4 C) 97; 2 D) 100; 6 E) 98; 7