Why has campaign spending increased in the United States?
a. Eliminating restrictions on campaign contributions has made it easier for candidates to raise more money.
b. The shift from television advertising to labor-intensive mobilization efforts requires more resources.
c. The stakes represented by elections are so high because decisions from the federal government affect every aspect of American social and economic life.
d. New campaign finance laws that provide full public financing for all federal candidates has increased the competitiveness of elections since each side is equally matched.
c. The stakes represented by elections are so high because decisions from the federal government affect every aspect of American social and economic life.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Which of the following accurately describes recent changes in the presidential primary process?
a. States are scheduling their primaries later in the year. b. States are scheduling their primaries earlier in the year. c. States are shifting from caucuses to primaries. d. Primary elections are being made cheaper as campaigns shift to the Internet to reach voters. e. States with later primaries are having a disproportionate influence on the selection of delegates.
In #Republic, author Cass Sunstein noted ____________that were a danger to democracy, because it doesn't allow for dialogue or differing opinions
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Why did Mitt Romney choose Rep. Paul Ryan as his vice presidential running mate in 2012?
a. Ryan was more appealing to older voters. b. Ryan balanced Romney's lack of business experience. c. Ryan was more appealing to social conservatives. d. Ryan was more appealing to urban working mothers.