Why are senators more vulnerable to defeat than their colleagues in the House?
a. because Senate races are influenced by gerrymandering
b. because Senate candidates are more evenly matched in spending
c. because citizens are more aware of senators' voting patterns
d. because voter turnout is higher in Senate races
b
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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Advocates of term limits argue that
A) lawmakers who have spent years in public office are in a position to best represent the interest of voters. B) interest groups would not have as much influence with legislators who do not have to finance future campaigns. C) with term limits, lawmakers will lack the experience to understand state policy. D) legislators serving limited terms are more likely to be ideologically motivated. E) political corruption is the rule for legislators serving multiple years.
Grassroots lobbying relies on mobilizing citizens in an attempt to influence lawmakers
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
Residents of Washington, D.C. pay federal income tax but not Social Security Tax
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false