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Free-response Question

Free-response Question. Since 1968, a common feature of American politics has been that the government process has been complicated by “divided government.” In your essay, (a) Identify what is meant by “unified” government and discuss the advantages of a unified government for the following:

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Free-response Question

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  1. Free-response Question • Since 1968, a common feature of American politics has been that the government process has been complicated by “divided government.” In your essay, • (a) Identify what is meant by “unified” government and discuss the advantages of a unified government for the following: • 1. enacting laws • 2. the filibuster • (b) Identify what is meant by “divided government” and discuss the possible consequences of divided government for the following: • 1. gridlock • 2. the filibuster • (c) Explain why the founders might not be troubled by gridlock, even if it hampers the governmental process.

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