The Authors of the Textbook Conclude That, in the Main

question 69

Multiple Choice

The authors of the textbook conclude that, in the main, interest groups:

• A) simply reflect the conflictual nature of American politics.
• B) are a new political force never envisioned by the Founders.
• C) have done serious harm to American elections and government.
• D) allow large groups to dominate small groups, creating representational distortion.
• E) only represent the rich and powerful.

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