Most political scientists now believe that the idea of an “issue network” captures the typical relationship that interest groups have to elected and appointed leaders. How does the “issue network” concept compare to the “iron triangle” concept?

a. “Issue networks” are more open and less unified.
b. “Iron triangles” are more open and less unified.
c. “Issue networks” arise primarily around noneconomic policies.
d. “Iron triangles” arise primarily around judicial issues.


Answer: a

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