The rules, customs, and procedures in Congress are designed to ______.
A. make it very difficult to pass bills and resolve differences between the chambers
B. empower members to pursue their policy and electoral goals
C. resolve or deflect conflicts so members can get on with the business of legislating
D. ease the passage of bills so that Congress can get more work done in a short period of time
Answer: C
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a. drafting of proposed legislation that will be introduced upon the party’s success b. fundraising advertisements c. advertisements for the party ticket d. selection of the vice presidential candidate e. appointment of cabinet leaders
These are the media elites that have the most impact on public opinion
a. On-air personalities c. Independent experts b. the President d. Interest groups
Which of the following committees is generally responsible for municipal offices, state legislative seats, and congressional seats in the larger states?
A. national committee B. state committee C. county committee D. party-in-the-electorate committee
The methods section includes a description of
A) the participants and how they were selected. B) the apparatus, equipment, and materials used. C) the procedures used. D) All of the above