Which of the following statements is not true regarding social movements and interest groups?
a. Social movements tend to be antagonistic toward government policies they oppose, while many interest groups support U.S. foreign policies.
b. Interest groups have an easier time getting their voices heard when their interests align with those of policy makers.
c. Transnational advocacy networks tend to counteract the effects of social movements and interest groups at the international level.
d. Social movements and interest groups fill a vacuum created by the neglect or inadequate resources of governments.
c. Transnational advocacy networks tend to counteract the effects of social movements and interest groups at the international level.
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Pietro S. Nivola recommends that the United States adopt which of the following reforms?
a. Restraining the use of gerrymandering in congressional redistricting b. Encouraging higher voter turnout c. Trying to dilute the influence of “hyper-partisans” in primary elections d. All of the above
Which of the following is confirmed by surveys of local officials elected under partisan and nonpartisan systems?
A. Nonpartisan systems overlook the activities of independent community groups. B. Nonpartisanship makes the reelection of incumbent council members less likely. C. Voting in nonpartisan elections is immune to factors such as incumbency. D. Nonpartisanship results in the election of more Republicans.
One important reason for the growth of the federal bureaucracy over time is
A) ?the declining power of political parties. B) ?the expansion of U.S. lands and economy. C) ?the dawning of industrialization in Europe. D) ?the emergence of the civil rights movement. E) ?the growth of space exploration.
Being telegenic first became a significant factor in presidential politics in the
A. 1990s. B. 2000s. C. 1960s. D. 1940s. E. 1980s.