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penguins

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on: Jul 9, 2018
How do some members of Congress justify the practice of earmarking federal funds?
 
  a. Earmarks are evenly distributed across congressional districts.
  b. Earmarks are a legitimate way to give taxpayers a fair return on their taxes.
  c. Earmarks do not increase the federal budget deficit.
 d. Earmarks are dedicated to helping the poor and disabled.

Question 2

What would the Framers of the Constitution find surprising about today's Congress?
 
  a. They would be surprised by the diversity of its membership.
  b. They would be surprised that Congress is able to pass bills quickly.
  c. They would be surprised to find only two major parties.
 d. They would be surprised by the norm of courtesy among members.


todom5090

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Reply #1 on: Jul 9, 2018
Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

a


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