Social Issues and U.S. Presidents Overview

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What was a key purpose of the Omnibus Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994?

To reduce police funding

To increase penalties for criminals (correct)

To promote the use of more firearms

To decentralize law enforcement

What does the term 'proliferation' refer to in the context provided?

A reduction in manpower

The spread or rapid growth of something (correct)

The growth of crime rates

The legalization of firearms

What does 'implicit bias' specifically refer to?

The lack of understanding about crime

Unconscious attitudes influencing perceptions (correct)

A documented form of prejudice

Conscious decisions made in law enforcement

What is the meaning of 'recidivism'?

The act of returning to previous undesirable actions Signup and view all the answers

What does a vigilante typically do?

Take justice into their own hands Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Prison Industrial Complex' refer to?

Businesses benefiting financially from incarceration Signup and view all the answers

What does diffusion mean in the given context?

The dissemination of power across states and the federal government Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes a conservative viewpoint?

Preferring to maintain traditional values and practices Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'disproportion' imply?

An uneven or unfair situation Signup and view all the answers

What is mass society characterized by?

Disconnection among a large group of people influenced by media Signup and view all the answers

What was the main outcome of the Printz v. United States (1997) ruling?

Federal background checks cannot be enforced by states Signup and view all the answers

What causes gaps in FBI data according to the provided information?

Some states withholding records due to fear of federal overreach Signup and view all the answers

What is cognitive dissonance?

The discomfort from conflicting beliefs and actions Signup and view all the answers

Which president served immediately after Jimmy Carter?

Ronald Reagan Signup and view all the answers

What does ideology refer to?

A set of beliefs that shape one's worldview Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a barrel shroud on a firearm?

To prevent injuries on a hot barrel Signup and view all the answers

Which president's term ended in 1993?

George H.W. Bush Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a pistol grip on a gun?

To provide a grip that keeps the weapon aimed correctly Signup and view all the answers

What is a common effect of mass society on individuals?

Heightened feelings of isolation Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Mass Society

A large group of people feel disconnected, influenced by media and modern life, common in cities, due to technology.

Gaps in FBI Data

FBI data gaps exist due to some states not sharing records, fearing federal overreach, and a 1997 Supreme Court ruling limiting federal background check power.

Printz v. United States (1997)

Ruled the federal government cannot force state and local officials to enforce federal background checks, violating states' rights under the 10th Amendment.

Cognitive Dissonance

The discomfort people feel when their beliefs do not match their actions, causing them to adjust one to feel better.

Ideology

A set of beliefs and ideas shaping how people view the world and make decisions.

Presidents (from provided text)

37th President: Richard Nixon (1969)
38th President: Gerald Ford (1974-1977)
39th President: Jimmy Carter (1977-1981)
40th President: Ronald Reagan (1981-1989)
41st President: George H. W. Bush (1989-1993)

Barrel Shroud

Prevents injuries from a hot barrel.

Pistol Grip

Part of a gun, used for holding and aiming.

Omnibus Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994

Law aimed at combating crime by increasing funding for police, regulating gun sales and increasing punishments for criminals.

Marion Hammer's quote

Banning things based on appearance is outdated.

Proliferation

Rapid growth or spread.

Implicit Bias

Unconscious attitudes and stereotypes affect how people perceive and treat others.

Recidivism

Returning to bad behavior.

Vigilante

A person who takes the law into their own hands.

Prison Industrial Complex

Businesses profiting from inmates.

Diffusion

The spreading or sharing of power between states and the federal government.

Conservative

Someone who prefers traditional views.

Disproportion

Something unequal in size or unfair.

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Explore the complexities of mass society, cognitive dissonance, and key U.S. Supreme Court rulings like Printz v. United States. This quiz also highlights notable U.S. presidents from Nixon to George H.W. Bush and the impact of ideology on governance. Test your knowledge on these intertwined concepts!