Author Question: Which of the following was a success of the Federal Election Campaign Act? a. For 20 years, ... (Read 64 times)

Mr.Thesaxman · **on:** Jul 10, 2018

Which of the following was a success of the Federal Election Campaign Act?

a. For 20 years, presidential candidates accepted limitations on fund-raising and campaign spending to receive federal matching funds.
b. Since the law was passed, virtually all campaign fund-raising and spending has been fully disclosed.
c. Since the law was passed, minor parties have had greater success in getting candidates elected.
d. For 20 years, challengers in congressional elections have had greater success in getting elected, thanks to limitations on campaign fund-raising and spending.

Question 2

Which of the following would be a likely disadvantage of regional primaries in the nomination of presidential candidates?

a. They would retain the current emphasis on money and media.
b. They would create an even more complicated nominating process.
c. They would put small states at a significant disadvantage in the nominating process.
d. They would likely lead to lower voter turnout in the primaries.