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What are the differences between the popular vote vs. the electoral vote in an electoral college?

Each state is awarded a specific amount of electoral votes based on its population. The higher the population, the more electoral votes a state receives. When the popular vote is cast, the electoral college convenes to cast all of that state's votes for the candidate who received the most votes. Because the number of electoral votes are awarded based on population, it is possible for a candidate to win the overall popular vote but not win the electoral vote. To win an election, a candidate must earn 270 electoral votes. In 2012, it was possible to win the electoral college by winning the ..

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What kinds of services does the Michigan Social Security office offer?

The representatives in the offices handle telephone inquiries, schedule appointments, conduct interviews with applicants and provide information to recipients. They process name and address changes and help applicants determine eligibility and apply for retirement, Medicare, disability and supplemental income benefits. Representatives also assist applicants file appeals for disability and supplemental income claims. Representatives also help clients apply for spousal, children’s and survivors’ benefits. They can assist recipients set up direct deposit for their monthly payments and appoint..

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What is the sentence for strong-arm robbery?

Robbery differs from theft and burglary as it involves taking property from a person. The general definition of strong-arm robbery is the use of physical force or the threat of physical force to deprive an individual of goods or assets. No weapons are involved; instead, the perpetrator uses his body as a threat or weapon. Strong-arm robbery is a felony in every state.

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What are some available ROTC scholarships?

Applying for a scholarship does not obligate the individuals to join a branch of the military. The obligation only comes into effect if an individual is awarded an ROTC scholarship and accepts it. To be awarded an ROTC Scholarship, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen. Each branch has its own requirements for high school GPA, SAT or ACT scores, age and meeting minimum fitness standards.\nEach ROTC program requires students to take classes in leadership development, military skills and career training. Marine Corps cadets participate in Naval ROTC but require classes in national security policy..

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Can a driver drive out of state with a learner's permit?

Some states allow a driver from another state to drive with a learner's permit, provided they are complying with all of rules of the state in which they wish to drive. Typically, a driver must be at the minimum age for holding a learner's permit in the state being driven in, even if it is possible to get a learner's permit at a younger age in the driver's home state. Some states, such as Pennsylvania, outright forbid driving with another state's learner's permit.

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What are the special duties of the United States House of Representatives?

Article 1 of the U.S. Constitution spells out the specific duties of both the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate. Because the U.S. House of Representatives has more members, with closer ties to their constituents, it is charged with the responsibility for developing fair methods of taxation in Section 7: Clause 1. The sole power of impeachment is granted to the House in Section 2: Clause 5.\nThe twelfth amendment to the U.S. Constitution deals with the election of the president. This amendment gives the House of Representatives the duty to decide a presidential election when the..

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What are the rules about giving commissary items for Texas inmates?

Calendar quarters are January to March, April to June, July to September and October to December. During the holiday season, the quarterly maximum increases to $85, explains the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Orders placed online require the inmate's number and last name. The purchaser may use the online system to buy specific items for the inmate or deposit funds into the inmate's commissary account. Acceptable forms of payment include Visa and MasterCard, and there is a $3.75 fee for each transaction. An online commissary purchase does not impact the amount the inmate may sp..

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What are the advantages of Chapter 7 over Chapter 13 bankruptcy?

Most people who file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy do not lose any property, according to Nolo. Property, such as a car or a home, that is used as collateral on a loan may not be protected by Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Filers are allowed to keep most necessities. Chapter 7 bankruptcy erases most debts, except for certain "nondischargeable" items, such as a car loan, a mortgage, unpaid child support, student loans and current taxes. The average time it takes to process a Chapter 7 case is three to six months.\nChapter 13 bankruptcy requires the repayment of at least a portion of debt, says Nolo. In order..

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Does the U.S. government provide free cell phones?

The Lifeline program was initiated to help prospective employees receive calls from employers for interviews or job offers. It also allowed parents to stay in contact with their children's' schools and allowed low-income families to phone medical personnel in the event of an emergency.Today, the program offers basic phone services that range from 250 minutes and/or texts per month to unlimited talk and text. An estimated 12 to 15 million people are participating in the Lifeline program.

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What is the EPSQ (Electronic Personnel Security Questionnaire)?

The primary goal of the Defense Security Service's questionnaire is to gather accurate information the first time so that personnel do not need to submit additional information and do not encounter multiple rejections for security clearance. The verification and validation features within the EPSQ show personnel when the data is mandatory and what the proper format is for submitting the data.The EPSQ is automated and set up in a standard data entry format for personnel. The data entered into the EPSQ is used on several other questionnaires as well, including the Questionnaire for National..

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