The supreme court is commonly thought to be "above politics." however, one can argue that the appointment of supreme court justices is political. 1. (a) identify three characteristics of supreme court nominees. (b) discuss how each characteristic has been politically relevant during the appointment process. (c) use real facts from the confirmation of elena kagan to illustrate at least one of these characteristics. 2. (a) identify two methods that have been used by interest groups to influence the appointment process. (b) explain how each of these methods has been used to influence that process. (c) use real facts from the confirmation of elena kagan to illustrate at least one of these methods.

What will most likely happen if tony continues to make late payments? check all that apply. the bank might take his car.the bank will charge late fees.his credit history might be damaged.he might be charged a down payment.he might have to add an asset to the loan.

Francisco loves to learn, but his lack of english makes him feel “nervous and scared.” why is he both happy and scared of school

Read an excerpt from a speech by benito mussolini. italy! italy! entirely and universally fascist! the italy of the blackshirt revolution, rise to your feet; let the cry of your determination rise to the skies and reach our soldiers in east africa. let it be a comfort to those who are about to fight. let it be an encouragement to our friends and a warning to our enemies. it is the cry of italy which goes beyond the mountains and the seas out into the great world. it is the cry of justice and of victory. how does this excerpt support the idea that mussolini was a charismatic dictator? it shows how he used persuasive language to rally citizens. it explains his use of an aggressive foreign policy in europe. it shows how he used a secret police force to terrorize citizens. it explains how he used education to indoctrinate young people.