Author Question: How has the ruling reached in Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission changed the way that ... (Read 79 times)

awywial · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

How has the ruling reached in Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission changed the way that candidates are funded?

a. Interest groups are no longer able to provide in-kind support such as phone banks or office space for candidates.
b. Individuals can now contribute an unlimited amount to a single candidate.
c. Corporations and labor unions are now prohibited from contributing money to campaigns either directly or indirectly.
d. Independent super-PACs can now make unlimited contributions to federal races.

Question 2

What describes the pattern of interest group involvement in electoral activities in Texas?

a. Most interest groups are primarily concerned with supporting their friends rather with ideological purity.
b. Interest groups typically focus on a wide range of political issues.
c. Interest groups spread their support widely across almost all legislators evenly.
d. Interest groups regularly run candidates for office under the groups' labels.