Why Are "Independent" Voters Key to One's Understanding of Whether

question 22

Multiple Choice

Why are "independent" voters key to one's understanding of whether substantial dealignment is occurring?

• A)Many voters who call themselves "independent" actually lean to one party or the other.
• B)More than 75 percent of voters who call themselves "independent" are genuine neutrals.
• C)At least 45 percent of those who cast ballots call themselves "independent."
• D)Most voters who call themselves either a Democrat or a Republican actually lean "independent."

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