Why do political parties sometimes avoid dealing with pressing social issues?

A) They have become out of touch with the concerns of rank and file members.
B) They do not want to lose the support of a particular segment of the electorate.
C) They fear creating splits within their own membership, thereby weakening the party.
D) They may be more concerned with the survival of the party and their own political interests and power than with particular issues.
E) All of the above

E

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