Which of the following best describes deception in American politics?
A. The Civil War era saw a marked increase in deceptive politics.
B. It has greatly increased in the last two decades.
C. It has always been a part of American politics.
D. It first became notable during the Nixon administration.
E. The U.S. has remained remarkably free of deception in politics, as compared to other democracies.
Answer: C
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