Which of the Following Is Most Closely Aligned with Contemporary

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is most closely aligned with contemporary liberal ideology?

• A) Prefers states' rights over the rights of the federal government
• B) Prefers that government take a more assertive role in the redistribution of economic resources and individual freedoms
• C) In the United States, is more closely aligned with the Socialist Party
• D) Strongly advocates governmental regulation of morality
• E) Advocates that government take a hands-off approach to economic matters

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