In the Days When Party Conventions Were Heavily Influenced by Party

question 56

Multiple Choice

In the days when party conventions were heavily influenced by party leaders and elected officials, it was relatively easy to ignore

• A) the electoral objectives of the party.
• B) deals made in smoke-filled rooms.
• C) the will of the people.
• D) the party's strongest supporters.
• E) the policy preferences of dissident factions.

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