All of the following are techniques used by interest groups to involve the general public EXCEPT
A. attempting to mobilize large numbers of constituents to write, phone, or send e-mails and tweets to their legislators.
B. using demonstrations, rallies, and marches.
C. violently protesting so officials will know the unhappiness of the public.
D. getting people to boycott a business.
E. commissioning polls and publicizing the results for the public to see.
Answer: C
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