One of the More Pressing Issues Among Americans Is Immigration

question 80

Multiple Choice

One of the more pressing issues among Americans is immigration. While most are concerned with the problem of illegal immigration, others believe reform is necessary to decriminalize crossing into the United States without the proper documentation so others can have access to a better life. Either way, Congress has refused to make any policies regarding immigration and the problems continue to get worse, resulting in ______.

• A) low confidence in Congress
• B) high approval of Congress's behavior
• C) frustration with the president
• D) calls for impeachment

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Definitions:

Party Decline

The theory that political parties have become less influential and effective in political systems, particularly in guiding political action and mobilizing voters.

Grassroots Groups

are organizations that originate and operate at the local or community level, often mobilizing community members to effect change in public policy or social attitudes.

Party Bosses

Influential leaders in a political party who control votes and dictate appointments, often associated with a patronage and machine politics.

Politics

The activities associated with the governance of a country or area, especially the debate among individuals or parties seeking to achieve power.