A common feature of sixth party era American politics that makes it difficult to hold parties accountable for their performance in office is ______.
A. frequent elections
B. divided government
C. the two-party system
D. interest group lobbying
Answer: B. divided government
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a. presentation b. media c. selection d. interpretative
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