The direct primary was introduced to California as a means of overcoming the railroad?s grip on nominating candidates through party conventions

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


True

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In the context of American political parties, the party in government helps to organize the government's agenda by:

A) coaxing and convincing its own party members in office to vote for its policies. B) gaining the financial support of lobbyists. C) supporting nonpartisan elections. D) electing the delegates to the national party committee. E) influencing the national party chairperson to take decisions in its favor.

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Who was the Scottish economist and founder of the classical school of economics who wrote the book Wealth of Nations, published in 1776?

A) John Maynard Keynes B) David Stockman C) Adam Smith D) John Smith E) Thomas Wolfe

Political Science

Which of the following is the main type of organization that lobbies on behalf of workers?

a. public interest group b. trade association c. union shop d. labor union

Political Science

Environmental protection is a priority in developed countries, compared to the developing world, which is primarily focused on economic development

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

Political Science