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How did some states limit the constitutional protections extended by the Reconstruction Amendments?

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by passing Jim Crow laws that enforced the policy of racial segregation

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When the U.S. economy performs poorly, many people look to the government to take action. If the government cuts taxes, which would probably occur?

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People would have more money to spend

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Rashad is concerned that a proposed median strip on a busy road will negatively impact his shop. What action should he take to address his concern?

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Attend his local commission meeting and ask members to reject the proposed project.

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Why can the Ohio government adopt an air quality regulation for the state of Ohio that imposes stricter standards than a federal air quality regulation?

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because the U.S. federal structure allows state governments to adopt their own regulations that are, at minimum, consistent with federal law

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Which power can the U.S. Supreme Court exercise with reference to the U.S. Constitution?

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provide clarification and/or extend the meaning of constitutional provisions on a case-by-case basis

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What factor contributes to the credibility of a report on proposed subway plans?

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Qualifications of the writers of the report

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How did some states limit the constitutional protections extended by the Reconstruction Amendments?

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by passing Jim Crow laws that enforced the policy of racial segregation

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What is one way that the Supreme Court has extended civil rights to minority groups?

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by ruling that state laws enforcing racial segregation are unconstitutional

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How was the U.S. Constitution amended to expand participation in federal elections to the District of Columbia?

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by giving the District of Columbia representation in the Electoral College

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How can the president impact public policy?

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by issuing executive orders