How will the Supreme Court's Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission decision shape the role of interest groups in federal elections? Are there ways to reconcile the protection of First Amendment rights of interest groups with concerns about their influence over elections and policy?
What will be an ideal response?
Varies
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Groups that exist to promote economic conditions favorable to its members, and economic opportunities for its members, are referred to as
a. economic interest groups. b. self-help groups. c. self-interest groups. d. business associations. e. labor unions.
When do the major political parties in Texas hold their party conventions?
a) every February b) in January during odd-numbered years c) in June during even-numbered years d) every November e) The major political parties in Texas do not hold state conventions.
The courts are most likely to become an arena for interest group competition in a country __________
a. where the rule of law is strong b. that accepts the corporatist ideal c. with a relatively weak central government d. that has a parliamentary form of democracy
Wealthier, more educated individuals tend to participate in politics less than individuals with lower levels of income and education
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false