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Using letters of recommendation to select students for a scholarship is preferable a false negative. The use of letters of recommendation is only part of the selection process for a scholarship; a candidate might need to meet more requirements than just letters. e. Using the MMPI to determine whether an individual needs psychological treatment  it is preferable a false positive. In this case it is best to assume that the individual might have a mental…

primaries on the same days as populous states, they are largely ignored by the media and by the candidates. For example, in the 1992 election, there were multiple state primaries being held on March 3rd and the sates all ranged in population size. There were three large sates Colorado, Maryland and Georgia and multiple small sates, including Utah that had their primaries on that day. However, the candidates and the media paid most of their attention to Maryland, Colorado, and Georgia, due to…

The year of 2016 has proven to be one of the most competitive and intense elections in American politics. The candidates have tried to gain the popular vote for the nominee by utilizing unique social skills and techniques such as strong public speaking or making promises that cannot always be kept. Many of these tactics can be traced back to the principles found in How to Win an Election by Quintus Tullius Cicero. Although written over 2000 years ago, the book proves to be an everlasting and…

particular women. Much of our political history has shown that the lack of “women’s participation as candidates was the lack of support for that participation among the general public” (Kathleen, 50). But since the post- Civil War era few women have ran and held positions in office, it is only since the middle of the 20th century that we are starting to see a slow but steady, integration of more women candidates. Dolan Kathleen book “When Does Gender Matter?”, she states that the reason for…

Although, that is not quite the case and the real standard is the plurality rule. The plurality system is the electoral process in which a candidate who polls more votes than others, is elected. It distinguished from the majority system, in which, to win, a candidate must receive more votes than all other candidates combined. The concept that although that candidate does not receive the majority of votes, the most votes in the relevant district wins the election. The majority rule is a…

to occur on November 8, 2016. There are many ways to persuade voters and help determine the nations’ leader. Super PACs, Interest groups and media all play a role in US elections, but Super PACs have the greatest impact. These three things aid a candidates’ win or loss when used. A Super PAC is “a relatively modern breed of political-action committee that is allowed to raise and spend unlimited amounts of money from corporations, unions, individuals and associations.” according to…

political parties in elections has declined while their strength in Congress has increased. Describe two important functions of political parties in US elections. Two important functions of political parties are run candidates for office and formulate/promote policy. While running candidates the party picks policy makers and they start to run their campaigns. While formulating policy they show different policies which sometimes helps voters decide which person to vote for. Describe one…

Presidential Candidate Contrast: Ben Carson vs. Hillary Clinton “Always vote for principle, though you may vote alone, and you may cherish the sweetest reflection that your vote is never lost.”-John Quincy Adams. Electing the next president of the United States is one of the most important rights of each American Citizen, and one that should not be taken lightly. In order to make an informed decision it is imperative to research each candidate throroughly by using credible sources. It is also…

Each candidate had its weakness and strength along with that experience and knowledge in different fields. Janos seem like a perfect choice because Gabor’s family is well connected with important government officials, especially within ministerial bureaucracies…

is a country where American citizens are allowed and encouraged to vote for a candidate they feel is representative of their own personal beliefs and values, as well as capable of leading our country in a positive and economically sound direction. In fact, voting is often considered a duty not a privilege. Unfortunately, there are only two major political parties, which do not always provide the voters with candidates whose beliefs and values coincide with the majority of U. S. citizens. The…