Define the "One-Drop-Of-Blood Rule" and Its Purpose in the United

question 51

Essay

Define the "one-drop-of-blood rule" and its purpose in the United States.

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Definitions:

Agency Representation

A form of representation in which elected officials serve as agents of their constituents, acting in the constituents' interest rather than their own personal interest.

Pork Barrel

Refers to the allocation of government spending for localized projects secured primarily to bring money to a representative's district.

Senator Term

The period during which an individual serves as a senator, typically six years in the United States Senate, after which they may seek re-election.

Common Occupation

A job or profession that is widely held or engaged in by people within a particular society.