Astroturf Lobbying Is Sometimes Ineffective Because

question 34

Multiple Choice

Astroturf lobbying is sometimes ineffective because:

• A) it is considered an outdated practice.
• B) citizens generally make poor lobbyists.
• C) elected officials often do not take the opinions of average citizens seriously.
• D) interest groups often fail to take advantage of the latest communications technology.
• E) elected officials do not believe it reflects the mainstream views of their constituents.

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