Which of the following statements about candidates, political parties, and campaigns is most accurate?
A. The political party is the main source of campaign funding for a candidate.
B. The candidate’s position on the issues has been overshadowed in the campaign by the political party’s position on key issues.
C. The focus during a campaign is on the candidate because fewer people identify with political parties.
D. The political party provides most of the expertise needed for a candidate to campaign effectively.
E. The negativity found in modern campaigns is a new phenomenon.
Answer: C
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Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.
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a. They have the background and expertise to make substantial contributions. b. They have the capacity to override political decisions on policy changes. c. They will implement a policy more effectively if they understand the need for the change. d. They will do a better job of implementation if they feel some "ownership" of the process.
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a. who has the power to collect funds. b. what should be done with general fund revenues. c. abolishing various unpopular taxes. d. how to spend money on members' pet projects during the fiscal year.
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a. true b. false