Which of the following functions is NOT performed by the major political parties in the American system?
a. Helping to connect the people with their government
b. Increasing the diversity of viewpoints represented in the political arena
c. Stimulate and focusing public discussion
d. Promoting candidates and voter participation
e. Helping resolve political conflicts and promoting national unity
Answer: b. Increasing the diversity of viewpoints represented in the political arena
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Voters ?favor one-party control of the presidency and Congress when
A) ?there is general agreement on national priorities between the parties. B) ?it is wartime. C) ?their party is in control. D) ?unemployment is low. E) ?it is not an election year.
If potential conflicts exist in ethnicallydivided societies, which electoral rules would political scientists recommend in order to mitigate the conflict?
A. proportional representation electoral rules. B. majoritarian electoral rules. C. scholars don’t agree on the best course of action in this case. Some recommend PR and others recommend majoritarian rules.