What is probably the fastest-growing group tactic used to influence public policy?
A) electioneering
B) grassroots lobbying
C) lobbying
D) social movements
E) networking
A
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A. social media B. pamphlets C. the internet D. newspapers
What do scholars call it when the major groups who support a party shift to support a different political party for the long term?
A) Realignment B) A critical election C) Ticket splitting D) Divided government E) A national convention
Ombuds activities often involve
a. power becoming increasingly concentrated in the hands of the president. b. members of the government advocating on behalf of an individual with government bureaucrats. c. crafting and approving tax policies. d. authorizing the government to spend money on specific programs. e. oversight by the legislative branch of the executive branch's implementation of laws.
The target of the complaint, who normally responds to the complaint with a formal written defense prior to appearing formally in court, is called the
a. recipient. b. plaintiff. c. defendant. d. counsel. e. adjudicated party.