What are the three major ways that interest groups are involved in congressional elections?

What will be an ideal response?


First, they contribute financial resources: groups raise funds and make financial contributions through PACs. Second, they conduct independent campaigns centered on either specific issues or candidates. Finally, they rate the voting records of legislatures and provide this information to voters.

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How does the Tenth Amendment affect the distribution of power between the states and federal government?

A) It divides it equally between the national and state governments. B) It separates power across the three branches of government. C) It reserves power to the national government if not granted to the states. D) It reserves power to the states if not granted to the national government. E) It enumerates specific powers of the states and national governments.

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Darren believes that one way of ensuring that governors do not exploit their power is to implement a plural executive system. Which of the following statements about the plural executive supports Darren's views?

a. It disperses power among a large number of people. b. It appoints a committee to monitor the actions of the governor. c. It restricts the governor from making any decisions. d. It ensures that the major executive department heads are appointed directly by the U.S. President.

Political Science

Although Congress proposed an equal rights amendment, it was not adopted because it fell three states short of ratification

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Since the New Deal, ______.

A. both the Democrats and Republicans have become more conservative B. the Republicans have been the more liberal of the two main political parties C. the Democrats have been the more liberal of the two main political parties D. both the Republicans and the Democrats have remained unchanged

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