Saturday, August 29, 2015

Who are the main backers of super PACs?

Who are the main backers of  super PACs?

Companies with state contracts or taxpayers subsidies.

Friday, August 28, 2015

What provides a unique focus?

What provides a unique focus?

Being able to count the number of days before you die.

Thursday, August 27, 2015

How many people die a day by guns in the U.S.?

How many people die a day by guns in the U.S.?

92 (75% killed by a family member or acquaintance)

Wednesday, August 26, 2015

How does the political system work in the U.S.?

How does the political system work in the U.S.?

Creating  obligations to return  favors.

Tuesday, August 25, 2015

How many gallons of gas does an average American family use per year?

How many gallons of gas does an average American family use per year?

1,200 gallons of gas.

What is the major characteristic of the legislative system in the U.S.?

What is the major characteristic of the legislative system in the U.S.?

The major characteristic of the legislative system in the U.S. is the protection of the entrenched power  of those who hold certain perches in Congress. The Appropriation Committee is the great example.

Monday, August 24, 2015

What is the difference between think-tanking and lobbying?

What is the difference between think-tanking and lobbying?

The second one carries a negative stigma for future ambitions.