Which Statement Explains Why Government Bureaucracies Tend to Become Influential

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which statement explains why government bureaucracies tend to become influential interest groups?

• A)Bureaucrats in specialized agencies have a major role in crafting legislation.
• B)Bureaucrats in umbrella agencies have a major role in setting the legislative agenda.
• C)Bureaucrats in specialized agencies have a major role in vetting presidential appointees.
• D)Bureaucrats in umbrella agencies have a major role in getting Congressional candidates elected.

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