Campaign Donations Are One of the Most Important Ways to Influence

question 33

Essay

Campaign donations are one of the most important ways to influence in politics. Describe the role of interest-group money in politics. What are PACs, and what do they do? How can PACs shape elections?

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Definitions:

Dependable

Reliable and trustworthy; able to be counted on for consistent performance, support, or behavior over time.

Careful

Involves acting with thoughtfulness and caution, often to avoid mistakes or negative outcomes.

High-Mach

Personality traits characterized by manipulation and deceit as proposed in Machiavellianism theory.

Low-Mach

Refers to individuals who are not manipulative or deceitful and generally operate with honesty and integrity.