In recent decades, lobbyists in Washington, D.C., have increasingly
A. relied on coercive tactics, such as threats of withdrawing election support.
B. ignored the judicial branch as a means of influencing policy decisions.
C. targeted the executive branch in their efforts to influence policy decisions.
D. relied exclusively on inside lobbying as the means of achieving their policy goals.
E. worked to defeat incumbent members of Congress in order to replace them with members who would be more supportive.
Answer: C
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How has the office of vice president changed over the years?
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