The Founding Fathers Engaged in a Vigorous Debate Over Whether

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The founding fathers engaged in a vigorous debate over whether there should be a federal court system separate from the state systems. Those who supported a strong federal judiciary ultimately prevailed. Subsequent expansion of the federal courts has created a contemporary controversy over how to alleviate the problem of rising caseloads within the federal court system.
-Which of the following statements regarding proposals to reduce federal caseloads is true?

• A) Reducing the jurisdiction of federal courts would nearly double the caseload of state courts and states would certainly oppose such an action.
• B) Creating additional courts and judgeships would require additional funding of the federal judiciary, which already comprises a sizeable portion of the federal budget.
• C) It is unlikely that Congress will ever have the filibuster-proof majority needed to authorize additional federal judgeships.
• D) The antagonistic relationship between Congress and the federal judiciary is unlikely to result in any significant reforms.

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