As More Women, Minorities, & LGBT Individuals Gain Influence In Politics

Governments survive by relying on __________

A) legitimacy B) force C) persuasion D) bribes

Why is public opinion central to America's system of government?

A) ?The constitution requires a majority of the public to approve legislation. B) ?Representatives must vote according to the majority opinion of their constituents. C) ?America has a democratic type of government and public opinion can influence government decision making. D) ?The First Amendment requires Congress to listen to the "speech" of the people. E) ?Public opinion does not play a role in America's system of government.