The presidential strategy of leading by courting public opinion

A. can be defended as a means of furthering majoritarian democracy.
B. was pioneered by the early presidents.
C. has declined in significance in recent years.
D. is considered by most to be an ineffective political strategy.
E. usually leads to ineffective leadership.


Answer: A. can be defended as a means of furthering majoritarian democracy.

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