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Pea0909berry

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on: Jul 10, 2018
What important role do third parties play in American democracy?
 
  a. They bring new voters into the electorate.
  b. They frequently win elections in crucial swing states.
  c. They simplify citizens' choices on Election Day.
  d. They draft most legislation that is eventually enacted by one of the major parties.

Question 2

Based on information in the chapter, if you were a media consultant, what recommendations would you make to a candidateabout how to get his or her message out through the mass media?
 
  What will be an ideal response?


juliaf

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Reply #1 on: Jul 10, 2018
Answer to Question 1

a

Answer to Question 2

An ideal response will:
1, Explain that candidatesrely heavily on the mass media to communicate with potential voters.
2, Explain that candidates should use media events to increase general exposure, make appearances on non-news shows such as late-night talk shows or comedy shows, and rely heavily on the Internet to connect with citizens and encourage political engagement and mobilization.
3, Include in your recommendations the use of political activists and policy entrepreneurs to bring attention to the candidate's agenda.


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