The reforms that have weakened the parties, such as introduction of the secret ballot and civil service reform, have also enhanced the influence of money, television, and interest groups over both elections and policy. Are there reforms that could be enacted to achieve greater accountability of elected officials to the voters for the content and direction of public policy?

The maps below show the middle east. which best explains how the green areas depicted in the image on the left are reflected in the population map on the right? populations are greater in fertile areas that are close to freshwater sources, which is why more people live near deserts. populations are greater in fertile areas that are close to freshwater sources, which is why more people live near oceans. populations are greater in fertile areas that are close to freshwater sources, which is why more people live near mountains. populations are greater in fertile areas that are close to freshwater sources, which is why more people live near rivers.

What groups are bryan drawing a contrast between ? check all that apply a. people in the city and people in the country b. people who are educated and people who are not c. people who are in favor of free silver and people who want the gold standard d. people who work and people who don't

Are first amendment rights guaranteed in every situation? a. yes, because protecting civil liberties was one of the most important values to the founders of this country b. no, because sometimes the government limits individual freedoms for the benefit of the public as a whole. c. no, because people have to earn their first amendment rights by behaving in a responsible way. d. yes, because the first amendment is part of the constitution, which is the basis for all law and government.