JURI2990 Final Exam – Questions With Definite
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According to 'I'm Just a Bill', what is the Citizens recognize an issue, contact their local
primary process for turning a social congressman, and the congressman introduces a bill
problem into law? to Congress for debate.
What is the primary role of They act as the most important players by debating
congressmen in the legislative whether a proposed bill should become law.
process as described in 'I'm Just a Bill'?
How does the author of 'Why Protests Protests may appear as failures in the short term, but
Work' characterize the short-term vs. they hold significant power in their long-term effects
long-term effectiveness of protests? on society and the participants themselves.
What is considered the most Legitimacy.
important pillar of power that protests
can undermine?
How did Max Weber define the state? The state is defined by its 'monopoly of the
legitimate use of physical force.'
Why is the loss of legitimacy a critical Legitimacy is the bedrock of resilient power; without
threat to authorities in a democracy? it, authorities struggle to maintain control because
they cannot easily coerce enthusiasm, competence,
or creativity.
In what ways do protests function as a They force conversations about specific topics, direct
tool for social change? attention toward injustices, change the minds of non-
participants, and transform participants into lifelong
activists.
,What are 'drug scares' according to They are ideologically constructed forms of moral
Reinarman? panic that lead to the creation of drug laws.
What historical factors contributed to Concerns based on racism, spread by merchant
the first drug laws in the United associations and urban families, specifically targeting
States? opioid use among immigrants from China.
Who are the key players in the Citizens who raise concerns, the media, professional
creation of drug laws, according to interest groups, political elites, and public campaign
Reinarman? activists.
How does Reinarman's description of Reinarman focuses on public opinion, claims-making,
lawmaking differ from the 'I'm Just a and the influence of interest groups, whereas 'I'm Just
Bill' model? a Bill' focuses on the formal actions of congressmen.
What is the 'negative reality' of the US Laws are often influenced by moral panics and
legal system suggested by political agendas rather than being a neutral, black-
Reinarman's analysis? and-white process.
What factors determine whether the The strength of democratic institutions, the ability of
flaws in the US lawmaking system are citizens and media to critically evaluate claims, and
harmful to the Rule of Law? the extent to which policymakers rely on evidence.
What does the Detroit rape-kit It serves as a visible symptom of a deeper, pervasive
scandal reveal about the criminal culture where police officers reflexively disbelieve
justice system? women who report sexual assault.
What is the primary challenge the ATF The gun industry holds significant political sway over
faces in regulating gun dealers? the ATF's appropriators in Congress, leading to
resistance against regulation.
What legal standard must the ATF They must prove that the dealer 'willfully' violated the
meet to revoke a gun dealer's license? Gun Control Act.
How does the ATF attempt to prove They seek to establish a record of warnings sent to
'willful' violation of the Gun Control the dealer, indicating that further violations could
Act? jeopardize their license.
, What does the review of ATF Even when dealers receive warnings and continue to
inspection records suggest about the violate the law, supervisors often overrule inspectors
enforcement of gun laws? and allow the dealers to keep their licenses.
What is the significance of 'high-risk' They have the potential to be more piercing in their
protests? impact and inspire mass participation.
Why is collective action considered It can turn casual participants into lifelong activists
life-changing for participants? and fundamentally change their personal lives.
What is the relationship between Repression can be effective in the short term, but
repression and protest movements? movements remain powerful because they change
the minds of the broader public.
Why do professional groups To gain authority and control over a specific social
sometimes push for drug legislation? issue.
How does the 'I'm Just a Bill' model While the formal legislative process exists, it
compare to the reality of drug policy operates within a much broader, complex political
reform? and cultural environment than the video suggests.
What is the role of the Cleveland task They worked to improve the success rate of sexual
force mentioned in the reading? assault cases, addressing the issue of disbelief in the
criminal justice system.
What percentage of gun dealer Less than 1 percent.
inspections resulted in license loss in
the year starting October 2016?
What is the 'bedrock' of resilient Legitimacy.
power in a society?
What is the primary reason the ATF Resource limitations force the bureau to prioritize
historically struggles to inspect every some gun dealers over others.
licensed firearms dealer?
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Save Groups
Terms in this set (262)
According to 'I'm Just a Bill', what is the Citizens recognize an issue, contact their local
primary process for turning a social congressman, and the congressman introduces a bill
problem into law? to Congress for debate.
What is the primary role of They act as the most important players by debating
congressmen in the legislative whether a proposed bill should become law.
process as described in 'I'm Just a Bill'?
How does the author of 'Why Protests Protests may appear as failures in the short term, but
Work' characterize the short-term vs. they hold significant power in their long-term effects
long-term effectiveness of protests? on society and the participants themselves.
What is considered the most Legitimacy.
important pillar of power that protests
can undermine?
How did Max Weber define the state? The state is defined by its 'monopoly of the
legitimate use of physical force.'
Why is the loss of legitimacy a critical Legitimacy is the bedrock of resilient power; without
threat to authorities in a democracy? it, authorities struggle to maintain control because
they cannot easily coerce enthusiasm, competence,
or creativity.
In what ways do protests function as a They force conversations about specific topics, direct
tool for social change? attention toward injustices, change the minds of non-
participants, and transform participants into lifelong
activists.
,What are 'drug scares' according to They are ideologically constructed forms of moral
Reinarman? panic that lead to the creation of drug laws.
What historical factors contributed to Concerns based on racism, spread by merchant
the first drug laws in the United associations and urban families, specifically targeting
States? opioid use among immigrants from China.
Who are the key players in the Citizens who raise concerns, the media, professional
creation of drug laws, according to interest groups, political elites, and public campaign
Reinarman? activists.
How does Reinarman's description of Reinarman focuses on public opinion, claims-making,
lawmaking differ from the 'I'm Just a and the influence of interest groups, whereas 'I'm Just
Bill' model? a Bill' focuses on the formal actions of congressmen.
What is the 'negative reality' of the US Laws are often influenced by moral panics and
legal system suggested by political agendas rather than being a neutral, black-
Reinarman's analysis? and-white process.
What factors determine whether the The strength of democratic institutions, the ability of
flaws in the US lawmaking system are citizens and media to critically evaluate claims, and
harmful to the Rule of Law? the extent to which policymakers rely on evidence.
What does the Detroit rape-kit It serves as a visible symptom of a deeper, pervasive
scandal reveal about the criminal culture where police officers reflexively disbelieve
justice system? women who report sexual assault.
What is the primary challenge the ATF The gun industry holds significant political sway over
faces in regulating gun dealers? the ATF's appropriators in Congress, leading to
resistance against regulation.
What legal standard must the ATF They must prove that the dealer 'willfully' violated the
meet to revoke a gun dealer's license? Gun Control Act.
How does the ATF attempt to prove They seek to establish a record of warnings sent to
'willful' violation of the Gun Control the dealer, indicating that further violations could
Act? jeopardize their license.
, What does the review of ATF Even when dealers receive warnings and continue to
inspection records suggest about the violate the law, supervisors often overrule inspectors
enforcement of gun laws? and allow the dealers to keep their licenses.
What is the significance of 'high-risk' They have the potential to be more piercing in their
protests? impact and inspire mass participation.
Why is collective action considered It can turn casual participants into lifelong activists
life-changing for participants? and fundamentally change their personal lives.
What is the relationship between Repression can be effective in the short term, but
repression and protest movements? movements remain powerful because they change
the minds of the broader public.
Why do professional groups To gain authority and control over a specific social
sometimes push for drug legislation? issue.
How does the 'I'm Just a Bill' model While the formal legislative process exists, it
compare to the reality of drug policy operates within a much broader, complex political
reform? and cultural environment than the video suggests.
What is the role of the Cleveland task They worked to improve the success rate of sexual
force mentioned in the reading? assault cases, addressing the issue of disbelief in the
criminal justice system.
What percentage of gun dealer Less than 1 percent.
inspections resulted in license loss in
the year starting October 2016?
What is the 'bedrock' of resilient Legitimacy.
power in a society?
What is the primary reason the ATF Resource limitations force the bureau to prioritize
historically struggles to inspect every some gun dealers over others.
licensed firearms dealer?
