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Which government office is chiefly responsible for enforcing civil rights?
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What publication, first published in 1916, provides a comprehensive record of all levels of government in West Virginia?
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In what month do political parties typically conduct their primary elections in West Virginia?
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In 1958, voters eliminated this office as an elected position, allowing the governor to make an appointment instead.
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What is it called when the governor allows a bill to become law without signing it?
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How many school systems does West Virginia have?
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When John Nugent served as state immigration commissioner from 1907 to 1913, who paid his salary?
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When did West Virginia first institute a sales tax?
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This was the first federal prison for women in the nation.
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In every county, who is the chief records keeper?
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