The Texts Suggests That the Decline of Political Machines Was

question 68

Multiple Choice

The texts suggests that the decline of political machines was in part related to

• A)the Supreme Court's interpretation of the commerce clause.
• B)the general decline in vote turnout.
• C)the increasing education and sophistication of voters.
• D)economic depression in major metropolitan areas.
• E)trends in immigration.

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