Which of the Following Examples Best Illustrates the Principle of Political

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which of the following examples best illustrates the principle of political disadvantage theory?

• A) Small interest groups cannot affect policy because they cannot gain direct access to members of Congress.
• B) Unpopular industries, unable to sway public opinion, try to win concessions through the courts.
• C) Although attacking lobbyists and interest groups makes for a good stump speech, lawmakers who try to function without those groups find they can get little done.
• D) As the power of a few interest groups increases, it will become increasingly difficult for new interest groups to gain influence in Congress.
• E) If interest groups contribute money to both parties, their influence with the winning side declines, but if they contribute to only one party, their access might be closed completely.

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