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- 1. The lowest legal wage that can be paid to workers.
- 3. An organization that provides financial assistance and economic advice to member countries.
- 5. The gradual increase in Earth's average temperature, primarily due to human activities.
- 6. A person forced to flee their home country due to persecution, war, or violence.
- 9. U.S. policy allowing certain undocumented immigrants who entered as minors to receive temporary protection.
- 10. Mandatory financial contributions imposed by the government on individuals and businesses.
- 11. U.S. healthcare reform legislation aimed at increasing access to health insurance.
- 14. A government order restricting trade with another country.
- 15. International humanitarian organizations providing assistance to those in need during emergencies and disasters.
- 17. A tax imposed on goods imported or exported between countries.
- 20. Policies promoting opportunities for underrepresented groups to address historical discrimination.
- 22. A trade agreement between the United States, Mexico, and Canada, replacing NAFTA.
- 24. The education system covering kindergarten through 12th grade.
- 25. The termination of a pregnancy before the fetus can survive outside the uterus.
- 27. A global organization focused on international public health issues.
- 29. Penalties or coercive measures imposed by one or more countries on another country to influence its behavior.
- 32. An international organization that regulates global trade.
- 33. The uncontrolled expansion of urban areas into surrounding rural areas.
- 36. The use of armed forces to achieve a country's goals or respond to a threat.
- 39. A national policy of avoiding political and economic entanglements with other countries.
- 41. Government programs providing guaranteed benefits to eligible individuals.
- 43. A U.S. law prohibiting Chinese immigration.
- 44. The involvement of a country in the affairs of other nations through diplomatic, economic, or military means.
- 45. A military alliance of North American and European countries for collective defense.
- 46. A country's strategies and actions in dealing with other nations.
- 47. Measures taken by a government to protect its citizens and defend the country against external threats.
- 49. Changes or additions made to a legal document, especially the U.S. Constitution.
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- 2. U.S. legislation addressing illegal immigration and providing amnesty to some undocumented immigrants.
- 4. The process of making the recreational or medicinal use of marijuana legal.
- 7. Evaluating the advantages and disadvantages of a decision or project.
- 8. The conduct of international relations and negotiations between countries.
- 12. A plan detailing how an entity will allocate its resources over a specific period.
- 13. Funding and financial aspects of political campaigns.
- 16. The value of the next best alternative foregone when a decision is made.
- 18. A U.S. government agency responsible for protecting human health and the environment.
- 19. A government's plans and actions within its own country.
- 21. The legal rights of individuals to participate in elections.
- 23. Excessive and unnecessary use of force by law enforcement officers.
- 26. A government organization responsible for creating and enforcing rules and regulations in a specific industry to ensure public safety and fairness.
- 28. A system where individuals pay money to be released from custody before trial.
- 30. Protection granted by a country to individuals fleeing persecution in their home country.
- 31. Government regulation of land use in specific areas.
- 34. The introduction or opening statement of a document, like the U.S. Constitution, stating its purpose and guiding principles.
- 35. Choices made by individuals, businesses, and governments to allocate resources.
- 37. Education beyond high school, typically referring to colleges and universities.
- 38. Government decisions regarding taxation and spending to influence the economy.
- 40. A U.S. immigration status allowing individuals from designated countries to stay temporarily due to unsafe conditions in their home countries.
- 42. Government initiatives providing financial aid or support to those in need.
- 48. An international organization formed to promote peace, security, and cooperation among member countries.