Question 1
Realignments are significant because they ______.
◦ show the strength of third parties which are often the reason behind realignments
◦ are a sign that people are happy with the status quo
◦ usually result in a change in policy direction
◦ usually benefit the Republican Party
Question 2
The argument for the responsible party model is that democracy is strengthened when ______.
◦ voters are given clear alternatives and hold parties responsible for their promises
◦ politicians have the flexibility to take individual positions on issues
◦ voters vote for the candidate, not the party
◦ there are only two parties