Which Is Not a Reason Why Reformers Recommend a Short

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which is not a reason why reformers recommend a short ballot with fewer elected county officials?

• A)They argue it would simplify structure with a single-county executive,which would allow voter to hold one high-profile officer accountable.
• B)They contend that a chief county executive could coordinate county programs.
• C)They would be able to engage in long-range planning and eliminate duplication among various county offices.
• D)They fear that concentrating too much power in a single chief executive invites abuse and threatens personal liberty.

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