The Phenomenon of Escalation of Commitment Refers to an Increased

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True/False

The phenomenon of escalation of commitment refers to an increased commitment to a previous decision despite evidence that it may have been wrong.

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Definitions:

Executive Order

An Executive Order is a directive issued by the President or a state governor that has the force of law, usually used to direct government operations or to implement policies within the executive branch.

DACA

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, a U.S. immigration policy allowing individuals who came to the U.S. as children and meet several guidelines to receive a renewable two-year period of deferred action from deportation and become eligible for a work permit.

President Donald Trump

The 45th President of the United States, who served from January 20, 2017, to January 20, 2021, known for his business background and controversial policies.

President Barack Obama

The 44th President of the United States, serving two terms from 2009 to 2017, known for being the first African American to hold the office.