In What Case Did SCOTUS Strike Down a State Statute

question 50

Multiple Choice

In what case did SCOTUS strike down a state statute that empowered judges to increase the length of prison time beyond the "standard range" prescribed by the state's sentencing guidelines, based on facts that were not found by juries beyond a reasonable doubt?

• A)U.S. v. Booker
• B)Blakely v. Washington
• C)Rita v. U.S.
• D)Gall v. U.S.

Comprehend the principles and proposed reforms of the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), including deregulation and the TEAM Act.

Analyze the impact of labor law on union density, labor rights, and the adversarial model of U.S. employee relations.

Assess the legal requirements for corporations regarding the public interest and stakeholder engagement.

Understand proposed remedial and substantive changes to the NLRA and their potential effects.

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Definitions:

Supply-Siders

Economics theorists who believe that reducing tax rates and deregulation can stimulate economic growth by increasing supply.

Marginal Tax Rates

The rate at which an additional dollar of income is taxed, indicating the tax impact on your next dollar earned.

Rational Expectations

An economic theory suggesting individuals make predictions about the future based on available information and past experiences in a rational manner.

Stabilization Policy

Government policies aimed at maintaining economic stability through influencing economic growth, reducing unemployment, and controlling inflation.