According to State-Centered Theory ________

question 33

Multiple Choice

According to state-centered theory ________.

• A) public policies reflect the unequal power relations in a society
• B) politicians try to develop policies that satisfy a wide variety of groups
• C) public servants act to enhance their own position, privileges, and power
• D) public servants are important because of their expertise and permanence

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Definitions:

Legislation

Legislation is the process through which statutes or laws are proposed, developed, and enacted by a governmental body to regulate, authorize, sanction, grant, declare, or restrict various actions and activities.

Congress

The U.S. national legislature, made up of two chambers: the Senate and the House of Representatives.

Grassroots Mobilization

The process of organizing and motivating a group of people from the bottom up, usually for a political or social cause.

Interest Group

An organization that seeks to influence public policy and decision-making to further its members’ interests without seeking election.