The defining feature of participatory democracy is:
A) that citizens often vote on policy choices.
B) direct involvement of the citizens in the enactment of policy.
C) that citizens are encouraged to participate actively in policy discussions.
D) that virtually all citizens vote in elections.
Answer: B
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