All of the Following Tend to Be Associated with Procuring

question 19

Multiple Choice

All of the following tend to be associated with procuring pork barrel projects for one's district EXCEPT ______.

• A) lower chance of facing a strong challenger
• B) higher chance of negative attack ads
• C) improved name recognition
• D) enhanced chance of reelection for vulnerable members

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