CLEP American Government case studies
CLEP American Government · Put your knowledge to work in context.
The CLEP American Government exam is a credit-by-examination option for learners who already command the material usually taught in a one-semester introductory college course in American government and politics. It suits independent learners, adult students, and undergraduates who want to demonstrate knowledge of civics, political processes, and political behavior without completing the full course. The CLEP American Government case studies are 5 cases and about 3,315 words.
1The Unfunded Inspection Mandate
A statute enacted two years ago orders the federal Environmental Compliance Agency (ECA) to inspect all 4,000 high-risk chemical facilities within 18 months. Congress appropriated $6 million - enough for roughly 40 new inspectors - while the agency's own estimate said 300 were needed.
721 words, about 4 min2All-Comers at Rockford State and the Courthouse Permit
Rockford State University requires every registered student organization to sign an all-comers agreement: any enrolled student may join and seek leadership, and no one may be excluded on the basis of beliefs or status. A student chapter of a small religious fellowship refuses, saying its leaders must share its statement of faith; the university deregisters it, cutting off 2,400 in annual funding and access to campus rooms.
546 words, about 3 min3Issue Ads, a Super PAC, and a Deadlocked FEC
Americans for Clean Rivers (ACR) is a 501(c)(4) social welfare organization. ACR discloses no donors.
710 words, about 4 min4One Poll, Two Numbers, and a Loaded Question
A polling firm interviews 1,000 adults in one state by landline and cellphone over three weeknights and reports that 54% approve of the governor's job performance, margin of error ±3.5 points. The unweighted sample is 78% white, 61% homeowners, and 66% over age 50; turnout in the state's last midterm was 41%, and 14% among voters under 30.
654 words, about 3 min5The Safe Water Transport Act Goes to Court
After a spill into a river crossing three states, Congress enacts the Safe Water Transport Act. It (1) requires transporters of industrial solvents to register with a new federal office and pay a 2,000 annual fee; (2) orders state environmental agencies to inspect every registered transporter twice a year and to deny permits to any transporter failing a federal background check; and (3) bars states from imposing labeling requirements different from the federal label.
684 words, about 3 min