Alexander Bickel described the countermajoritarian difficulty in striking down legislation as ______.

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The countermajoritarian difficulty, as described by Alexander Bickel, refers to the challenge of the judiciary striking down legislation that is supported by the majority of the people or elected officials. This is because the Supreme Court, as an unelected and appointed body, is acting in a countermajoritarian manner by overriding the will of the majority. Therefore, the correct choice is A, exercising control against the prevailing majority.

Alexander Bickel Described the Countermajoritarian Difficulty in Striking Down Legislation