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the provision of resources by teh federal government in support of the state or local program of governmental services to the public
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federal aid
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federal grants to state and local governments for broadly defined purposes
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block grants
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an electoral process that permits citizens to reject or approve by ballot a measure already passed by a city council or state legislature
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referendum
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federal policy requiring employment practices which increase employment opportunities for groups typically disadvantaged
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affirmative action
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laws based on the concept that public business should be conducted so the public's right to know is protected, and that open meetings should be allowed
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sunshine laws
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representing or supported by the two main political parties
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bipartism
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an open hearing in which an agency presents its requests and responds to recommendations and questions by budget staff members
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budget hearing
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a meeting of members or leaders of a political party the purpose of which is to make plans, choose candidates, or decide how to vote
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caucus
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the relationship between executie, legislative, and judicial branches of the government
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checks and balances
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the philosophy advocating equal treatment for all persona, regardless of sex, race, or nationality
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equal rights
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the deliberate attempt to hinder the passage of legislation by long speeches or other means of delay
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filibuster
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the use of governmental financial powers to influence the nation's economy
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fiscal policy
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the ordinary citizens of a region or state
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grass roots
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the person currently holding an office
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incumbent
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an organized group representing a particular point of view who trys to influence policy decisions
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interest group
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attempts by interest groups to obtain or discourage government actions to the benefit of group members
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lobbying
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the sector of the company comprising governmental operations only
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public sector
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the guarantee that the right of a citizen will be defended regardless of his or her race, color, or sex
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civil rightsq
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the persons having the franchise, i.e., the right to vote elections
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electorate
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the disadvantage position of members of a race, sex, or ethnic class resulting from the application of other than normal means of selection in hiring, promotion, or other personnel procedures
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adverse impact
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