The modern Congress is different from the 19th-century Congress in that most members

A. have previously been governors of their home states.
B. are now amateur politicians who want only to spend a short time in Congress.
C. are now minorities or women.
D. return to their respective state legislatures after their congressional service is over.
E. are now professional politicians who want to stay in Congress and make it their career.


Answer: E

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