Pluralism contends that, on most issues,
A. the diverse nature of the citizenry enhances the democratic process in policymaking.
B. corporate elites have more control over economic policy than do "the politicians in the visible government."
C. the will of the majority of the voting public determines government policy.
D. true authority lies with the elected politicians, and not with the public that put them in office.
E. it is the preferences of special interests that largely determine what government does.
Answer: E
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