According to some elite theorists of democracy, low American voter turnout would be best illustrated by which of the following statements?
A. Elections are fraudulent and corrupt.
B. Laws concerning voting restrictions make it difficult for ordinary people to vote.
C. Decisions are made by a powerful few, so voter participation in elections does not matter.
D. Because Americans enjoy a high standard of living politics is not an important activity.
Answer: C. Decisions are made by a powerful few, so voter participation in elections does not matter.
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A) former secretary of state Condaleeza Rice's campaign to "Ban Bossy." B) funding of female candidates by EMILY's List. C) funding of female candidates by conservative groups. D) a constitutional amendment to remove the word "male" from officeholder requirements. E) gender bias in the treatment of female candidates such as Sarah Palin.
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A. socialism B. conservatism C. classical liberalism D. communism
The 1903 founding of the ______ is considered a turning point in political science, establishing the foundation for its current state.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
On paper, a party's national committee is the source of all authority within the party
Indicate whether the statement is true or false