The federal government cannot mandate that a state or local government undertake an activity

Most of the successful lobbyists in Texas are former members of the Texas legislature. Which of the following statements, if true, supports this observation?

a. Former members of the Texas legislature are officially appointed by the governor as members of various interest groups. b. Former members of the Texas legislature are not answerable to anyone. c. Former members of the Texas legislature are well aware of the proceedings of the house or senate. d. Former members of the Texas legislature can run for elections as a member of a particular interest group.

The third-party system saw the issue of ______ as its most important cause for realignment.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).