Which of the Following Is True of Political Endorsements by Interest

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of political endorsements by interest groups?

• A) They are relatively ineffective today.
• B) They are not very important because candidates can publicize the fact that their campaign is endorsed by groups but they cannot identify the specific source of the endorsement.
• C) They are important because the group can publicize its choices in its membership publications.
• D) They are a violation of campaign finance reform laws.
• E) They are allowed in local elections but forbidden in races for federal office.

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