Which philosopher is known for introducing the idea that government should be divided among three branches?

Under the Constitution, which of the following is true about the responsibility for common defense and security?

a. It is a shared responsibility between the states and the federal government. b. It is solely the responsibility of the national government. c. The federal government sets general policies, but a supermajority of states can disapprove of any policies. d. The states would continue to handle these policies because the national government would take responsibility for regulating commerce.

In the mid-1990s, growing discontent over welfare policy across the country encouraged many states, including Texas, to seek ______ so that they could experiment with welfare reform.

A. block grants B. waivers C. funded mandates D. preemption E. grants-in-aid