When economic interest groups spend in favor of their own initiatives, they
a. are mostly successful in getting their measures passed.
b. usually lose.
c. have a greater advantage over broad-based citizen groups.
d. tend to win, even if voters show clear opposition for their measures.
b
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Which of the following American political parties picked up the nickname "grand old party?"
A) The Green Party B) The Socialist Party C) The Federalist Party D) The Democratic Party E) The Republican Party
How are large infrastructure projects--such as high-speed rail or school construction--usually funded in California?
A. through user fees B. through sales taxes imposed on all consumers C. through issuing or selling bonds that the state will repay with interest D. through a combination of tax and fee increases, a "pay as you go" approach
Which of the following is true in a balanced government?
a. No single interest dominates. b. The president and Congress have no shared powers. c. State governments can veto laws of the national government. d. The people must approve constitutional amendments by popular vote.