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What does the Progressive party pledge to do regarding campaign contributions and expenditures?
What does the Progressive party pledge to do regarding campaign contributions and expenditures?
- Compel strict limitation of all campaign contributions and expenditures (correct)
- Require candidates to fund their own campaigns
- Encourage anonymous campaign contributions
- Allow unlimited campaign contributions and expenditures
What does the Progressive party demand regarding the power of the courts?
What does the Progressive party demand regarding the power of the courts?
- Limited power of the courts
- The ultimate authority to determine fundamental questions of social welfare and public policy be left to the people (correct)
- Unrestricted power of the courts
- The power to overrule decisions made by the highest appellate court of a State
What does the Progressive party pledge to work unceasingly for in order to bring about a more general respect for the law and the courts?
What does the Progressive party pledge to work unceasingly for in order to bring about a more general respect for the law and the courts?
- Elimination of the right to trial by jury for those cited for contempt in labor disputes
- Increased use of injunctions in labor disputes
- Stricter enforcement of laws
- Reform of legal procedure and judicial methods (correct)
Study Notes
Progressive Party Platform
- The Progressive party pledges to regulate campaign contributions and expenditures to prevent corruption and undue influence.
Judicial Reform
- The Progressive party demands to curb the power of the courts, limiting their ability to intervene in political matters.
Strengthening the Rule of Law
- The Progressive party pledges to work unceasingly to bring about a more general respect for the law and the courts, promoting a fair and just judicial system.
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Test your knowledge on political ethics and legislation with this quiz on corrupt practices and publicity in politics. Learn about the importance of limiting campaign contributions and expenditures, and the need for transparency in lobbying and committee hearings. See how well you understand the pledges made by political parties in these areas. Keywords: political ethics, legislation, campaign contributions, transparency, lobbying, committee hearings.
