The idea that a greater number of narrow interests make it difficult to formulate public policy that will serve the broader public interest is called ______.

Which of the following citizens are prohibited from voting in a majority of states in the United States?

A. prison inmates B. ethnic groups C. Native Americans D. handicapped people E. low-income families

Table 3.5 - Competitive and Noncompetitive Seats in the Texas House and Senate, 2016 Election  According to Table 3.5, does the house or senate have a greater percentage of safe Republican seats? 

A. house B. senate C. They both have an equal proportion of safe Republican seats. D. This cannot be determined from the data.