What is conditional party government? How does it differ from the pivotal voter theory?
What will be an ideal response?
This theory states that if partisans share common policy views (homogeneity) and confront an opposition party with sharply different preferences (polarization), leadership in Congress will be strong and centralized. In contrast, the pivotal voter theory emphasizes the importance of rank-and-file members, especially those whose votes are needed to form a majority. According to this theory, policy outcomes rarely diverge from what is acceptable to the pivotal voter, regardless of party leadership.
You might also like to view...
What is "institutional presidency?" Be sure to address when and how it arose as well as its defining characteristics.
What will be an ideal response?
Which state's health care reform package served as a model for the Affordable Care Act (ACA)?
a. Tennessee b. Maine c. Massachusetts d. California
The most visible person in the United Nations who heads the large bureaucracy of the UN is the
A) Chief of Security. B) Foreign Minister. C) President. D) Prime Minister. E) Secretary-General.
Which of the following is an example of an advocacy group?
a. an environmental group b. a corporation c. a professional association - d. a group representing state governments