Compare the Hastert Rule in the House with the nuclear option in the Senate and discuss the implications of these for Congress as a democratic body.

Through early 2011, Texas led the country in the use of capital punishment, with more than 475 people put to death since the death penalty was reinstated in 1982

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Why would community policing alter crime rates?

a) It ensures zero tolerance for all infractions. b) It improves interaction between police and the community they serve. c) It lays off police officers and improves the community budget. d) It decreases reporting of crimes. e) It focuses only on misdemeanors.