1. Compare Barnard and Weber’s models of bureaucracy. How are they similar? How are they different? Which one seems superior to you, and why?
2. In your opinion: How are government corporations similar to cabinet departments and independent executive agencies? How are government corporations different to cabinet departments and independent executive agencies? Is one likely to be more efficient and, if so, why?
3. Make an argument for and against the merit system.
PART 2
1. Abernathy opines that by giving the United States Supreme Court the power of judicial interpretation in Marbury that the institution became equal with Congress and the President. Do you find that argument convincing, why or why not?
2. In your opinion: What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of judicial activism? Why might a judge favor this approach? What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of judicial restraint? Why might a judge favor this approach?
3. In your opinion: How can Congress of the United States affect the behavior and actions of the Supreme Court? How can the President of the United States affect the behavior and actions of the Supreme Court?
