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Which comparison most effectively evaluates legislation, oversight power purse — the functions, powers and effectiveness of Congress in legislation, oversight and the power of the purse? Use the relevant political concepts and evidence from The legislative branch of government Congress.
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What a good answer should say
- Use a rational approach.
- AO1 defines the relevant office, legislature or constitutional power within US institutions and constitutional checks.
- For AO2, compare how political actors in the UK and USA respond to incentives: both seek influence and re-election, whereas different electoral and constitutional arrangements change their choices.
- Evidence from an election, legislative vote or executive-legislative dispute can show the consequence.
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Why this works
A strong Politics answer uses accurate knowledge and explains that the UK and USA may share functions whereas their constitutional structures differ. One viewpoint must be tested against a competing viewpoint; however, the overall judgement must follow from political evidence and context.
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