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bobbysung

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John has been convicted of violating a federal criminal statute. Explain how John's case could reach the Supreme Court.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Which of the following is an example of Max Weber's merit principle?
 
  a. citizens evaluating political candidates based on personal characteristics
  b. citizens evaluating political candidates based on candidates' work experience
  c. agencies hiring people based on their performance on entrance exams
  d. agency officials evaluating a policy proposal based on its merits


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lorealeza77

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

An ideal response will:
1, Note that John must first appeal his conviction to the intermediate appellate court.
2, Explain that either John or the government could ask the Supreme Court to review the decision of the circuit court by filing a petition for a writ of certiorari.
3, Recognize that the case will only be heard and decided by the Supreme Court if at least four justices agree to hear the case.

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bobbysung

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Reply 2 on: Jul 9, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

amynguyen1221

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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