Why Might Parties at the State Level Have Less Power

question 37

Multiple Choice

Why might parties at the state level have less power than those at the national level?

• A) The creation of party primaries took control of the nomination from party leaders and gave it to the voters.
• B) Voters are more concerned with policy proposals, such as public works programs, rather than partisanship.
• C) The rise of media campaigns made candidates more reliant on money than local party volunteers.
• D) Much needed funding is usually donated to the national party level, leaving states without much influence.

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Definitions:

Frontal Cortex

The part of the brain located at the front of the frontal lobe, responsible for executive functions like decision-making, problem-solving, and controlling impulses.

Dendrites

Tree-like extensions of a neuron that receive signals from other neurons and conduct them toward the cell body.

Corpus Callosum

The large band of neural fibers connecting the two brain hemispheres and carrying messages between them.

Prefrontal Cortex

The front part of the frontal lobe of the brain, associated with decision making, problem-solving, cognitive behavior, and emotional control.