__ 5) One of the first steps in running for President is winning your local city election.   ________ 6) Virginia holds the first state primary of the election season. _______ 7) In terms of people trying to influence the government, lobbyists have the most power.

The American colonies/states had a legislative-dominant theory of government because they had a long history of self-government in legislative institutions of their own making. True False.

3. In 200 words or more.   1) Do you think that business interests should have such a profound effect on Texas government and politics? Why or why not? 2) Also, if you were to start in interest group in Texas, on what issue would you focus and how would you attract members and influence policy-makers?

TRUE OR FALSE _______ 9) All methods of political activism are designed to raise attention from the public.

The textile industry of the United States advocates for a ban on the import of cotton.  Describe three (3) arguments its lobbyist might make.  Give your response to each of these arguments.

More people started building houses in the earthquake-prone regions of Polonia after its government launched a compensation scheme for houses damaged in earthquakes in these regions. This is an example of ________. adverse selection a positive externality moral hazard herd behavior

There are several books that cover important information to validate the fact that LOCAL government IS the level of government that has a MUCH GREATER impact on the daily lives of Americans than any other level of government and ironically it is the level of government that gets the least attention from the public and from the media. Participation in local government affords citizens the most control over their own lives but unfortunately it is the level of government with the least voter turnout. Sad but true. Answer the following question: Do you favor a small state government that provides relatively modest services to its people but holds down taxes or a larger state government that provides more services but costs more to taxpayers?

There are several resources that cover important information to validate the fact that LOCAL government IS the level of government that has a MUCH GREATER impact on the daily lives of Americans than any other level of government and ironically it is the level of government that gets the least attention from the public and from the media. Participation in local government affords citizens the most control over their own lives but unfortunately it is the level of government with the least voter turnout. Sad but true. Answer the following question: One way to help address the state's transportation needs and provide funding without raising taxes is building toll roads. Should the state convert formerly free roads into toll roads to raise funds? Why or why not?