The reason the United States Congress is one of the most
powerful legislatures in the world is because of:
a. the number of members it has.
b. its strong committee system.
c. its bicameral structure.
d. the media coverage it receives.
Answer: b
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The ______ role of interest groups is reflected in MADD’s attempts to increase public awareness of problems related to drunk driving and to direct legislative attention to the issue.
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