Demands and supports constitute outputs of the political system

Under the Constitution, the slave trade

A) was not mentioned. B) was initially condemned, but this language was removed to win support from Southern delegates to the Convention. C) was banned. D) could be ended after twenty years. E) was guaranteed only for Southern states.

Which represents a major reason for the submission of an amicus curiae brief?

a. The Court must rely on precedent cases. b. A friend of the court wishes to provide additional information to the Court. c. Lower courts must provide transcripts of its decisions. d. The Supreme Court requires related interests in the case to submit briefs. e. The brief from the petitioner provides amended information about the case.