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In 1987, President Reagan Nominated Robert Bork to Fill a Vacancy

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In 1987, President Reagan nominated Robert Bork to fill a vacancy on the U.S. Supreme Court. The Senate voted against Bork's nomination, 42-58, preventing him from serving as a justice on the Court. This interaction demonstrates the system of ________.


Definitions:

Deviance

Behaviors or actions that violate societal norms and expectations, which can vary widely between cultures and settings.

Organizational Imperative

A crucial or essential action, policy, or procedure that is considered necessary for the successful operation of an organization.

Chambliss

Likely referring to William J. Chambliss, a sociologist known for his research on the sociology of law, crime, and deviance.

Red Tape

Excessive bureaucracy or adherence to rules and formalities, often causing delay or unnecessary complexity in decision-making processes.

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