Which of the following is a theoretical perspective on the lawmaking process?
critical
functionalist
public opinion
customs
An example of the moral entrepreneur theory is the _____________.
Volstead Act
Harrison Tax Act
Marijuana Tax Act
Opiate Tax Act
Which of the following is not a way that legislation can be generated?
social unrest
a particular incident
written recommendation
apprehension
Which of the following does not increase the likelihood of legislative response?
all members of a party agree
mobilized interest groups
the concern of an unorganized public
no pressure to maintain the status quo
The first stage of pre-lawmaking activity is _____________.
information gathering
formulation
mobilization
investigation and publicizing