Which of the following is NOT an argument for adding the initiative process to the Texas Constitution?
A) Citizens cannot affect public policy in a direct manner under the existing Constitution.
B) The threat of an initiative would force office holders to be more responsive to the public.
C) Provisions in the current Texas constitution often reflect narrow interests.
D) Texans pay little attention to the actions of elected officials now.
E) Interest groups play a major role in policy development and implementation.
C
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