An Indication of the Changing Role of State and Local

question 8

Multiple Choice

An indication of the changing role of state and local governments is that

• A) the practice of political patronage has virtually come to an end at these levels.
• B) governors and mayors have openly accepted new powers and responsibilities devolved from the central government.
• C) both levels have become foci of authentic party competition.
• D) state and municipal governments have been granted increased authority to raise their own revenue.
• E) All of the above are indications of the changing role of state and local governments.

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