It Is Difficult to Lobby for the Interests of Poor

question 59

Multiple Choice

It is difficult to lobby for the interests of poor children because

• A)there are no longer enough poor children to make a difference.
• B)children cannot vote.
• C)there are no interest groups devoted to poor children.
• D)American political values tend to discount the needs of youth.

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Deep Structure

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Stroop Effect

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