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  How does the issue of access to banking for the marijuana industry illustrate strengths or weaknesses of a federal system?
  The area of federal regulation of marijuana and cannabis products is one of the most puzzling of all the activities by the Federal Government. Marijuana is an illegal controlled substance under...

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  What were the three major, or key, events that led to the division between the north and the south between 1800 and 1860 that led to the civil war? What major transformation occurred in the United States between 1800 and 1850?
  Disagreements over slavery between the North and the South had largely been deferred during the War of Independence and the formative decades of the US. However, during the first half of the...

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  most states follow the laws of war most of the time. What elements of the Geneva Conventions and other war laws lend themselves to compliance, and should states always abide by the Conventions regardless of the advisory?
  One, relatively simple, reason why most states follow the rules of the Geneva Convention most of the time is because it is in their rational self-interest to do so. Very simply, if your country...

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  Is it reasonable to expect International Courts like the ICC to be effective without enforcement mechanisms? Should states be forced to abide by ICC rulings? And if so, who should enforce them?
  All three of your questions concerning the ICC or International Criminal Court can be answered differently. A person's reply will depend on their own alliances, nationality, affiliations, and so...

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  Should the provisions of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights be enforceable by international law (through any means from economic sanctions to military intervention)?
  The Universal Declaration of Human Rights was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly on December 10, 1948. In large part it was a reaction to the horrible atrocities committed during World...

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  What are the main political ideologies?
  A political ideology refers to a set of beliefs, principles, and ideals concerning the role of government in a society. There are many political ideologies in the world. Below are brief...

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  What is an interest group?
  An interest group or special interest group is an organization that forms specifically to influence public policy or represent several organizations under one voice. The key component of interest...

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  • What are the risks for first responders in countering or responding to an international terrorist event on US soil?
  Dangers of various kinds pretty much come with the territory when it comes to being a first responder. EMTs, paramedics, firefighters, and police officers regularly put their lives on the line in...

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  What are the qualifications for becoming a judge in California?  A. Must have passed the state bar. B. Must have a law degree or law enforcement background. C. Must been an attorney who has practiced law for 10 years in California. D. Must be...
  What are the qualifications for becoming a judge in California? A. Must have passed the state bar. Yes. One cannot be considered for a judicial position or practice law in California without...

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  What does article 1, section 2 of the United States Constitution Mean?
  Article 1, section 2 of the United States Constitution, refers to the establishment of the U.S. House of Representatives and how members of the House are selected. It is a fascinating historical...

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  What are the three systems of government?
  The system of government a nation has is determined by how much power and political authority is held at the central level versus how much autonomy is delegated to local levels of government....

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  What significance did former administrator Frances X. Taylor have on TSA?
  It’s unclear what direct significance Francis X. Taylor had on the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). Keep in mind, the TSA was created after the attacks in the United States on...

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  Is the House of Appropriations a good representation of all House Committees, or is it an outlier? Please explain.
  One way to look at this is by what committees in the House do. The United States Constitution gives the power of the budget to Congress. Congress appropriates funds to the various legislative...

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  What does Article 1, Section 8 of the Constitution mean?
  Article 1, Section 8 of the Constitution deals with the many and various powers which it specifically delegates to the United States Congress. These include the power to lay and collect taxes, the...

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  How (in what ways) is the coronavirus pandemic exposing America’s anti-Asian racism? What seem to be key ingredients in America’s anti-Asian racism as it's been appearing in the current moment?
  The challenges of trying to survive the coronavirus pandemic include being subjected to racist attacks, both verbal and physical. China, in particular, has been the subject of racist language when...

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  Should the United States institute policies that seek to raise the value of the dollar, lower the value of the dollar, or stabilize the value of the dollar? Please explain the pros and cons of your choice.
  In a struggling economy, monetary policy often reflects the priorities of the administration in place. Some make the case that inflation of the currency serves as the best way to address the needs...

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  Identify the four key domestic actors in creating foreign policy, and the main reasons that leaders may wish to ether avoid conflict or "wag the dog".
  Depending on who you ask, when you ask them, and what their own agenda is, you are likely to get a different answer about who the four main key actors are when it comes to foreign policy and why...

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  What are 4 types of interest groups?
  There are many different types of interest groups operating in American government today. However, the main four are economic interest groups, public interest groups, religious groups, and civil...

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  Former TSA Administrator Kip Hawley is alleged to have worked for free? Is this true?, and can you provide a reference?
  We can not provide you with any reputable references that confirm that Kip Hawley worked for free when he was in charge of the Transportation Security Administration (or TSA). When you hear about...

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  how the ruling should be evaluated in terms of biblical standards of truth and justice in the cases Near V. Minnesota, New York Times V. united states, Hazelwood School District V. Kuhlmeier
  All three of these Supreme Court cases have to do with freedom of the press. Near v. Minnesota was about whether the state government could restrict the publication of a "malicious, scandalous, or...

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  What is article 1, section 8 of the US Constitution?
  Article 1, section 8 of the US Constitution begins, "The Congress shall have power to lay and collect taxes, duties, imposts and excises, to pay the debts and provide for the common defense and...

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  What Does Article 1 Section 6 Of The Constitution Mean?
  Article 1, Section 6 of the United States Constitution deals with the pay and protections that members of Congress receive. It states that members of the House of Representatives and the Senate are...

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  how should countries in the economic north do more to aid the development of the economic south?
  Countries in the economic North, generally considered those with more developed economies, can do more to aid the development of the economic South, or those countries with developing economies...

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  What Do We Mean By Bureaucracy?
  To help understand the definition of the word let's begin by researching the word's root meaning. The term originated in France in the eighteenth century. The root of the word is bureau, a type of...

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  What Does Article 5 Of The Constitution Mean?
  The authors of the Constitution had a dilemma. The Articles of Confederation's failure was it did not result in a federal system strong enough to create a functioning national government. By the...

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  What is Australia's relationship to organizations such as the WTO, IMF and World Bank?
  Australia, as with most so-called developed nations, maintains a sound and strong relationship with the World Bank, the World Trade Organization (WTO), and the International Monetary Fund (IMF)....

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  Hi all, I'm trying to think of a thesis topic for my masters program. I'd like the topic to be about human trafficking but I'm not sure what a good question would be. Thank you in advance!
  Choosing a topic is one of the most difficult parts of the research process, especially with something as large as a thesis! The right topic for you to choose for your thesis will depend on the...

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  Hi everyone, I posted this question recently and realized I wasn't very specific. Someone responded with ideas that would benefit social work, but my masters is for International Relations. At the moment, since I haven't defined my thesis...
  There are lots of ways to pair human trafficking with your international relations studies. The two are linked. Human trafficking is not something that happens within the borders of separate...

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  What Intergovernmental organizations is Australia a member of? What benefits does your state derive from that membership?
  International relations are of utmost importance when it comes to international and intergovernmental cooperation between the nations of the world. It goes further than politics and the focus is...

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  Is statesmanship still possible in todays political context?
  Statesmanship is always possible, but it takes great courage in a divided nation. This is not the first era of fierce partisanship in American history. When Adams and Jefferson were running for...

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  Alicia files a claim against Roberta. Alicia changes her mind and wants to dismiss the action. According to Florida's procedures, must Alicia seek the court’s approval?
  Alicia flies a claim against Roberta. Alicia changes her mind and wants to dismiss the action. Must Alicia seek the court’s approval? That's a good question. In Florida, it depends on the county...

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  What can the health department do better after COVID-19?
  The COVID-19 crisis has exposed a lot of shortcomings in the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). One of the major issues is that there was not a clear plan in place to...

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  Is our Constitution outdated for the challenges facing us now? Why or why not? In particular, is our system of federalism and checks and balances sustainable in a world that seems to require rapid responsiveness?
  The notion that the Constitution is not able to meet the demands of the current political environment is not a new one. Throughout the Republic's history, there has been civil war, depressions,...

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  TOPIC: VOTING IN THE NOVEMBER PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION There is reasonable but hopefully not sure chance there could be a resurgence of COVID-19 in the fall. This would potentially make many voters fearful of in-person voting in the presidential...
  No doubt, the looming COVID-19 crisis has fundamentally changed how the candidates, electorate, and state elections officials view the November election. Recent experiences in Wisconsin, Georgia,...

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  what is the difference between the "top 2" primary in CA and WA and the Louisiana "jungle primary"?
  Washington was the first ever state to institute a top-two primary system. They initiated this method of selecting political candidates in 2004. Around six years later, in 2010, California,...

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  What Do Teachers Legally Have To Report?
  As a part of the duties of a teacher, all of the states have provisions in their state laws that designate teachers as "mandated reporters." In simple terms, this means that teachers have a legal...

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  What are the five civil liberties?
  Civil liberties are freedoms guaranteed by the United States Constitution. They are freedoms in which the government is explicitly not able to take from a citizen. Though civil liberties are...

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  You are a domestic policy advisor to a presidential campaign. Choose whether you will be a policy advisor to the Biden or the Trump campaign. Identify the top three domestic policy issues that will help your candidate win in November. Identify...
  I would choose to be an advisor to Joe Biden's presidential campaign. I think the domestic policies he should adopt have been made clear by the novel coronavirus and the recent protests against...

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  What are "institutions"? Please define and describe how institutions affect cooperation between the various international actors.
  There is actually considerable debate among scholars of international relations about what should be included in a definition of international "institutions." Most agree that the definition should...

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  Describe the purpose of war and identify what states might go to war over and the role that bargaining can play in war.
  In his influential study On War, Carl von Clausewitz treated war as a rational means by which states advance their national interests. While poets and some philosophers have always lamented over...

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  What nongovernmental organizations are active within Australia, and what is the nature of that activity? If none, how does your state support the actions of NGO’s?
  According to the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade there are currently 58 non-governmental organizations (NGOs) based in Australia; 42 of these organizations are fully accredited, while 16...

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  Is Australia part of the economic north or south? Does Australia benefit from foreign aid? Or what is the nature of Australia's aid to others?
  Though geographically located in the Southern Hemisphere, Australia is very much a part of the economic north. A modern, industrialized country with a very high standard of living, Australia has...

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  What Does Article 2 Section 3 Of The Constitution Mean?
  The President of the United States is given a great deal of power under Article 2, Section 3 of the U.S. Constitution. He—and all the Presidents to date have been men—have the power to convene...

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  has the WTO helped or hindered developing nations?
  At the start of the WTO’s Doha round of international trade negotiations in 2001, world trade ministers adopted a declaration that would put the needs of developing countries at the center of the...

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  How was the Clinton v. Jones (1997) Supreme Court decision important in shaping the interpretation of the Constitution?
  I would argue that this case does not really shape the interpretation of the whole Constitution -- it is not about original intent or a "living Constitution" or any other issue like that which is...

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  Legislation usually takes a long time to make—or change. Describe the process of making federal legislation and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of having a slow process.
  The legislative process in the United States is intentionally slow and cumbersome. The framers of the Constitution wanted to make sure that laws would not be passed on a whim. Therefore Congress...

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  What the similarities and differences among the Uniform Crime Reports, the National Incident-Based Report System, and the National Crime Victimization Survey?
  Conceived in 1929, the Uniform Crime Reports compile and make available regularly FBI collected, analyzed and reported information about crime in the nation. Information is gathered by the FBI from...

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  what are the steps in judging a crime against humanity in the International Criminal Court? i am writing an essay about crimes against humanity and i cant seem to find the steps on how to properly judge it in the ICC. does anyone know?
  Crimes against humanity are defined by the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court are defined as: A panel of judges meets in plenary session and one judge is elected as President of the...

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  What are the FBI's UCR/NIBRS Programs, including its purposes, history, and what does it tells us about crime in the United States today?
  The FBI's Uniform Crime Reports publish and archive the collected, reliable statistics on crime in the nation. The FBI took over the task in 1930 from the International Association of Chiefs of...

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  cancellation of time share contract I have 10 days to cancel sale any advice  
  It's hard to say whether you should cancel or not. It depends on how often you go on vacation. I have heard that having a time share does not save most people much money.

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