Why Have Issue Networks Become More Prevalent Than Iron Triangles

question 31

Multiple Choice

Why have issue networks become more prevalent than iron triangles?

• A)the increasing power of corporate lobbying
• B)the increasing diversity of interest groups
• C)the increasing influence of PACs
• D)the instability of candidates' positions
• E)the increasing complexity of policy problems

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Network Analysis

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