Political alliances

a. are coalitions that need sustained political efforts to hold together because individuals cooperate only as it serves their purposes.
b. require a strong central figure who can coordinate action so that all members can work together for the best outcome.
c. exist largely in Congress and are completely separated from elections.
d. occur because participants agree to cooperate on action only when they have the same reason for doing so.


a. are coalitions that need sustained political efforts to hold together because individuals cooperate only as it serves their purposes.

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