The Device Introduced by Populists to Allow Voters to Remove

question 122

Multiple Choice

The device introduced by populists to allow voters to remove governors and other state officials from office prior to the expiration of their terms is called

• A)recall.
• B)conviction.
• C)referendum.
• D)impeachment.
• E)mediated lawmaking process.

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Definitions:

Compensatory Damages

A money award equivalent to the actual value of injuries or damages sustained by the aggrieved party.

Tort Suit

A legal action brought by one party against another for a civil wrong that causes harm or loss, resulting in legal liability.

General Damages

In a tort case, an amount awarded to compensate individuals for the nonmonetary aspects of the harm suffered, such as pain and suffering; not available to companies.

Actual Value

The true or fair market value of an asset or property as determined by objective assessment or appraisal.