The strongest political party has traditionally been the PRI

The single biggest item in campaign spending at the presidential level is ___________________.

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

Which of the following arguments has not been raised as a defense of the electoral college?

A) It upholds federalism by giving smaller states more voting weight. B) It encourages candidates to campaign on foot and in rural areas. C) It reduces the risk of requiring a nationwide recount of votes. D) Historically, polls show public opinion in favor of keeping it. E) It tends to magnify popular vote victories and further increase the legitimacy of winners.