A Crucial Difference Between Interest Groups and Political Parties Is

question 13

Multiple Choice

A crucial difference between interest groups and political parties is that ...

• A) interest groups always indulge in irresponsible 'gesture politics'.
• B) they do not seek to present themselves as candidates for government.
• C) their leaders are inspired by principle rather than self-interest.
• D) all of the above.

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Definitions:

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