Which of the following best describes how political parties help to keep elected officials responsive to citizens' needs?
a. by reducing tension between Congress and the president when both are from the same party
b. by allowing voters to determine which office holder is responsible for a success or failure
c. by creating a coalition government in which officials of both parties share credit and blame
d. by allowing voters to hold office holders accountable in a collective fashion
d
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Compared to the Soviet Union or Eastern European countries, India's government
a. has not been able to maintain legitimacy for its regime. b. has been limited in the success of liberalization policies. c. is not perceived to have been as effective. d. is not the focus of repressed rage among its citizens. e. has not been able to grow its economy in comparison to similar countries.
In which capacity have modern vice presidents been particularly influential in American politics?
A. as advisers in the policymaking process B. as leaders of the cabinet C. as lead negotiators for executive agreements D. as presiding officers of the Senate