How Do the Governor's Informal Powers Support His or Her

question 58

Multiple Choice

How do the governor's informal powers support his or her formal power to deliver the State of the State message?

• A) Through the use of legislative assistants,the governor can introduce a bill in the state legislature.
• B) If the governor is popular with the people,a direct appeal through the media might bring pressure on legislators to follow his or her agenda.
• C) By communicating with other state and national leaders,the governor's influence within his or her party grows.
• D) The budget the governor submits to the legislature always determines the direction of the session's bills.
• E) Control over major administrative boards can be determined by the governor's approach to appointments.

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