Author Question: Which statement describes the relationship between legislative careerism and democracy? a. The ... (Read 62 times)

geodog55 · **on:** Jul 13, 2018

Which statement describes the relationship between legislative careerism and democracy?

a. The longer politicians serve in office, the less influence special interest groups will have.
b. The longer politicians serve in office, the greater the level of citizens' engagement with politics.
c. The longer politicians serve in office, the less likely the probability of divided government.
d. The longer politicians serve in office, the less responsive public policy will be to the needs of citizens.

Question 2

Which statement best explains why budget deficits are common in advanced democracies?

a. The checks and balances system makes compromise on budgets necessary.
b. Legislatures allows the executive branch to take the lead in writing the budget.
c. Legislators approve spending in excess of revenues to benefit their constituents.
d. The voting public tends to discount the negative impact of a large national debt.