The Gramm-Rudman Balanced Budget Act of 1985 Called for an Increase

question 63

True/False

The Gramm-Rudman Balanced Budget Act of 1985 called for an increase in taxes and sharp cuts in several specific federal spending programs.

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Definitions:

Residential Segregation

The separation of people into different neighborhoods on the basis of race, ethnicity, or economic status.

Free Black Population

Refers to African Americans who were not enslaved, particularly before and during the Civil War in the United States.

Antebellum Period

The era in United States history from the late 18th century until the outbreak of the Civil War in 1861, characterized by the growth of the South's economy and the intensification of the North-South divisions.

Black Population

Individuals who identify as having African ancestry, forming a significant demographic in various countries, with distinct cultural and social identities.