The Government Performance and Results Act was passed in:

Ideological parties in particular have a difficult time gaining wide support among Americans because __________

a. people do not care about the issues these parties address b. most Americans identify as either strong conservatives or strong liberals c. most Americans are centrists on policy issues d. they are generally backed by wealthy elites who most Americans distrust

What is a tool used by members of Congress to add special benefits for their constituency after the budget bill has passed through the appropriations committee?

A. permanent appropriation B. earmark C. transfer D. supplemental appropriation