Which scenario best illustrates the principle of popular sovereignty? a. congress overrides a presidential veto of a law passing a new tax. b. a supreme court justice is appointed by the principle but is not approved by congress c. the president is impeached and removed from office after he breaks the law. d. a senator holds town hall meetings to find out how citizens think she should vote on gun control legislation

The correct answer is D. A senator holds town hall meetings to find out how citizens think she should vote on gun control legislation.

Popular sovereignty is the principle that says that the authority of the government in a state is created and maintained by the consent and the approval of its people. The way to do so is by election. People elect their representatives and then demand actions to be taken. Like in the case of town hall meetings to listen to the voice of the people who voted for the senator. People put her in power so she needs to stay in permanent contact to find out what is best for the citizens.

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b

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