Author Question: The strength of the US economy allows presidents to champion American national interests in an ... (Read 52 times)

imowrer · **on:** Jul 9, 2018

The strength of the US economy allows presidents to champion American national interests in an international setting by threatening to __________.

A)increase tariffs on US goods in the international markets, thereby forcing regime change in authoritarian states
B)suspend or cut trade relations, which gives them the leverage necessary to force concessions
C)increase economic liberalization, thereby forcing states to sign join international organizations
D) expand US economic hegemony, which forces states to join competing states in a military alliance

Question 2

What does the response to the 9/11 terror attacks demonstrate?

A)In addressing the domestic effects of terrorism, presidents often receive very little good advice or insight from policy czars.
B)In dealing with the national security policy, presidents are often forced to rely heavily on the guidance of Congress.
C)In managing the federal bureaucracy, presidents are often forced to choose between bad options.
D)In coordinating a major government response, presidents are often expected to let state agencies set the agenda for action.