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What provided constitutional justification for segregation for almost sixty years

The Supreme Court ruling in Plessy v. Ferguson is what provided constitutional justification for segregation. Segregation in public schools was outlawed in another Supreme Court ruling in 1954.

What are some of the job duties performed by members of the Executive Office of the President

Write speeches, provide reports, and coordinate public events.

Why is it important for the vice president to stay informed of all the affairs the president is currently addressing

The vice president is "only a heart-beat away from the presidency". As such, it is well for him to be well informed about the President's plans and initiatives, so that he can take over seamlessly , should it become necessary.

Which of the following individuals acts as a party spokesperson and is in charge of trying to get the majority party's legislation through the House of Representatives

Majority Leader

Which Amendment to the Constitution places a limit on the length of time a president may serve

22nd Amendment

What best describes a person who handles foreign affairs and negotiates treaties with foreign countries

Diplomat

Which is the largest department within the EOP

The Office of Management and Budget is the largest department within the EOP.

What is a criterion for an individual to become president as stated by Article II Section 1 of the Constitution

He or she must be a "natural born citizen"

As of 2011 how many standing committees are present in the house of representatives

20

In which year was the Brown v Board of Education of Topeka case determined

1954

What was not a responsibility of the speaker of the house

to debate proposed legislation

What was the argument in the landmark case Plessy v. Ferguson (1896)

Plessy's Thirteenth and Fourteenth Amendment rights were violated.(ALS)

Which of the following specifies that upon a death resignation or removal of both President and Vice President the Speaker of House would assume office

presidential succession act

What is the residency requirement for a person to become vice president of the united States

Must have lived in the United States for the past 14 consecutive years

Of the following which provided a framework for the establishment of a national government

Constitution

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