Which of the following is not an operative ideal of liberal democracy?

What does intensity contribute to the success of an interest group?

a. Intensity often leads groups to advocate for more than they can realistically get, and the final result is that they get nothing. b. Intense interest group members often scare away other potential members with less intense beliefs. c. Politicians are more likely to listen to a group showing intensity. d. Intensity weeds out the free riders in a group, resulting in a more heterogeneous group.

Why are minor parties at the national level in Canadian politics still significant?

A. People belong to more than one political party. B. The party may go from being a minor party to being a major party in one or two years. C. Minor parties control national party finances D. Minor parties may control provincial politics and exert influence there.