answersLogoWhite

0

🤝

Government

Questions and information about the structure and history of legislative systems and ruling empires of countries other than the United States

7,944 Questions

How do government officials draw up lists of prospective jurors?

It varies from state to state. Some states use names from the rolls of eligible voters; others use names from the state DMV drivers permit files.

What is the name of president of Spain right now?

The Presidente del Gobierno (literally the "President of the Government") is the Head of Government.

The Presidente del Gobierno is the Head of Government in Spain. The King of Spain nominates a candidate for the presidency who stands before the Congress of Deputies for a Vote of Confidence, effectively an indirect election of the head of government by the elected Congressional delegates. By political custom established by Juan Carlos I of Spain since the ratification of the 1978 Constitution, the King's nominees have all been from parties who maintain a plurality of seats in the Congress.

That seems to me to make him not only the head of government, but the political leader as well.

Therefore the answer to your question is: The current political leader of Spain is the current Presidente del Gobierno, Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero.

The following are excerpts from the Spanish Constitution. See the related link.

Articulo 97.

El Gobierno dirige la política interior y exterior, translated this says that the government directs interior and exterior politics.

Artículo 98.

1. El Gobierno se compone del Presidente, de los Vicepresidentes en su caso, de los Ministros y de los demás miembros que establezca la ley.

2. El Presidente dirige la acción del Gobierno y coordina las funciones de los demás miembros del mismo, Translated this says that the President directs the actions of the government. Note that the individual's title is President, not Prime Minister,although most English-language news organizations refer to him colloquially as the Prime Minister.

How many UK Prime Minister's have been assassinated?

Only one, Spencer Perceval, a Conservative who was in office for only 3 years, from 4th october 1809 to 11th May 1812.

He was gunned down in the House of Commons on the latter date by a disgruntled merchant called John Bellingham, who blamed Perceval's government for not having intervened on his behalf after Bellingham did a prison sentnence in Russia after being convicted of attempted sabotage of a Dutch merchant vessel, and for jumping bail in St. Petersburg. Perceval died instantly- a most humane man of just 49 years old, he opposed the slave trade and was anti-hunting, and left a wife and 12 children. He was buried at St. Luke's Church in the village of Charlton just outside London.

Bellingham was arrested immediately by Commons security guards, and tried soon afterwards. Refusing to plead diminished responsibility by reason of insanity, he was hanged on 18th May and his body bound over to the Royal College of Physicians for anatomical dissection at one of London's medical schools. His wife and three children were supported by Government allowance until she remarried the following year.

Steps taken by government to conserve resources?

Stop watering your lawn / landscaping Take shorter showers Install low-flow fixtures on sinks and showers Install dual-flush toilets Purchase energy star appliances (dishwasher, washing machine) Harvest rainwater / rain barrels

What constitution is supreme law of land?

"This Constitution, and the Laws of the United States which shall be made in Pursuance thereof; and all Treaties made, or which shall be made, under the Authority of the United States, shall be the supreme Law of the Land..."

- Article VI, Clause 2

How does the Government regulate the media?

Governments have no business regulating media. What should be regulated? The expression of free speech is not subject to any legitimate jurisdiction. The fact that there are governments, even in the United States, that grant certain licensing in order to broadcast the expression of free speech over the airwaves is a statutory scheme that relies upon the voluntary and willful application for license in order to maintain any legal jurisdiction. The notion of "pirate" radio or television studios under the Constitution of the United States of America is bewildering and legally not sound. If the licensing of "air waves" or radio and television signals creates a situation where certain people are being favored over the rest of the people, this in itself makes the licensing scheme unconstitutional. If there is any validity at all to administrative agencies such as the FCC, their jurisdiction lies with those who are subject to the codes of regulation that govern licensed broadcasting. Any broadcast done outside of that jurisdiction, and assuming that broadcast is not interfering with any other broadcast, is not subject to the codes of regulation regarding licensed broadcasting and therefor not subject to any authority the FCC may assume.

The problem with government regulated media is evidenced by the corporate media conglomerations that control the vast majority of licenses granted by government to broadcast under the terms of the code of regulation governing licensed broadcasting. The centralized pool of information is greatly limited by this form of government regulation over media and the public would be better served by unlicensed broadcasters competing on a very local level with the corporate structure.

The mass availability of various print media exists exactly because of the lack of licensed regulation that exists within the broadcast media. Many smaller papers and magazines across the world voice opinions and reveal facts not normally found in the corporate media paradigm and the world of print is a richer and more vibrant and fertile ground for ideas and vociferous advocacy.

The internet, still unregulated by the behemoths we call governments is also a place of vitality and electric activity, free and unburdened by the cumbersome chains of inept governments. Of course, the ineptness of the people shines gloriously within the internet but so does the brilliance of people and it is the free exchange of ideas and convictions that makes this newest form of media perhaps the most important of all.

What is the name of the bell in the clock tower of the House of Parliament In London?

The bell in the tower at the houses of parliament in London, England is "Big Ben". It was named after the man who commissioned the building works, Sir Benjamin Hall when it was installed in 1856.

What can the people do if the government denies unalienable rights?

There are a few choices depending on the circumstances. If by 'denies unalienable rights' you mean 'at gun/tank/nuke point' then the choice is either to suffer of sacrifice. Some believe it's actually their duty to overthrow an unjust Government by any means necessary. Others believe it's just their right to do so.

They might be able to call in the UN but I think that might be a bit of a toothless tiger...

What is the government doing wrong?

There is no problem with the Fiji Government. COmmodore Frank Bainimarama took over the Qara-se governmnet because of corruption,lies and discrimination. Commodore Bainimarama is the interim PM of the Fiji Islands. Election will take place once a new constitution is in place for the betterment of all Fijians.

Can the government see what websites you visit?

i dont know bout that but they can access your hard drive...pictures documents and a whole lot more...but ofcourse they wouldn't look you up if you havent done nything wrong...so lay off the illegal downloaded movies and music..etc.

What is the title of the person in carge of the senate?

i would have to say that the answer to your question my good sir is yes

What was a city state?

A city-state is an independent or autonomous entity not administered as a part of another local government whose territory consists of a city and possibly its surrounding territory.

What role did government play in homestead strike?

The state militia was sent in to end the strike. Apex

What factor is most likely to move a dictatorship towards democracy?

Generally it's the removal of the dictator from power, whether by resignation, war, death, exile or some other means. Once in power, a dictator usually does everything he can to prevent a move to democracy.

Why is the US a democratic government?

The United States has a democratic government because of an aversion to monarchal or king-type governments by the American Rebels, who later became the Founding Fathers. Also, since the days of Greek philosophers, Europe and North America have passed on the strong tradition of democracy.

What is most likely to occur after the government increases taxes?

It reduces the money available for private sector spending.

Which of the following groups believed the Constitution would strengthen the national government?

The purpose of the Constitution was to limit the national government by specifically enumerating the powers it had, leaving the power in the hands of the American people and the individual states.

What are four worker benefits that passed through government legislation?

improved working conditions for women and children

set working hours

minimum wages

unemployment and accident protection

How have customs shaped the practices of the government?

To help the citizens of the United states; but with out taking any rights away from them

What is the chief source of income for local government?

Tax dollars. Tax dollars fund just about everything and the communities thrive off of it.