To what has the Democratic dominance of Congress from 1954-1994 been attributed?
a. Democratic candidates appeared more creditable on promises to bring money and jobs to their districts.
b. Many voters considered national rather than local conditions when casting congressional votes.
c. More voters identified themselves as Republicans, but party identification did not play a significant role in congressional voting.
d. Republican congressional candidates enjoyed the many advantages of incumbency.
Question 2
Executive deference to specialized committee members is an example of __________.
a. appointee preeminence
b. committee referral
c. congressional review
d. senatorial courtesy
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