According to political scientist Martin Wattenberg, increased negativity towards political parties has contributed to party decline as a result of voters'
a. refusal to contribute financially to campaigns.
b. apathy and desire to remain unaffiliated.
c. exasperation and distrust from years of negative campaigns and mudslinging.
d. greater dependence on the media for information rather than the parties.
e. disgust in the wake of multiple scandals.
ANS: D
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