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Unit 2 – Branches of Government
Topic 2.3
What can gridlock refer to in the context of governance?
Smooth functioning of the government.
Inability of lawmakers to agree on key issues, resulting in a stalemate.
Consensus reached on important legislation.
Collaboration between different political parties.
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