The Primary Distinction Between an Interest Group and a Political

question 64

Multiple Choice

The primary distinction between an interest group and a political party is that only

• A) interest groups seek to affect policy.
• B) parties have unaffiliated supporters.
• C) parties run candidates for office.
• D) parties try to influence elections.
• E) Both C and D.

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