Which of the Following, If True, Would Indicate That Grassroots/outside

question 54

Multiple Choice

Which of the following, if true, would indicate that grassroots/outside lobbying is an ineffective political tactic?

• A) Policy makers primarily work to satisfy the demands of their wealthiest campaign contributors. As a result, they rarely respond to broader public opinion.
• B) In congressional elections, incumbent candidates win at a much higher rate than challengers.
• C) The number of interest groups with lobbyists in Washington, D.C., has increased over the past several decades.
• D) The mass media tend to cover only the most dramatic and unusual news stories.
• E) Most members of Congress have rejected campaign contributions from (political action committees) PACs.

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