Pluralists argue that lobbying
A) is dominated by wealthy corporations and the wealthiest individuals and is a danger to the democratic system.
B) is open to all and is therefore not to be regarded as a problem.
C) by so many interest groups who get what they want indicates that the relation between
groups and government has grown too cozy.
D) must be suspended until tighter regulations can be put into place to protect the public
interest.
E) has no effect on policymaking.
Ans: B) is open to all and is therefore not to be regarded as a problem.
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