When the Citizens United decision was handed down, a flood of corporate cash was expected to enter the political system. The ruling did result in more corporate and union spending, but far less than anticipated because _________.

A. many companies were reluctant to take stands that might alienate a large number of customers
B. many companies were running losses as a result of an economic recession
C. political parties refused to accept money from private corporations and unions
D. political parties wanted a more reliable source of funds to finance their ongoing political campaigns

Right answer: many companies were reluctant to take stands that might alienate a large number of customers

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a. Understand who holds power, how they got it, and how they use it. b. Formulate a clear political philosophy. c. Take political action. d. Raise enough money to run for office as soon as possible.

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Which of the following is most likely to be of concern in quantitative research?

a.) lengthy interviews b.) use of social media c.) assembling case histories d.) sampling

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