Based on data from presidential elections throughout American history, more presidents have held the position of __________ prior to being elected president, than any other position

Which of the following is not an example of a situational factor that affected congressional decision-making in foreign policy?

a. Congress’s consideration of President Bush’s request for funding and authorization for war in Iraq b. Congress’s decision to withhold support for deploying U.S. troops to Syria c. Congress’s decision to send a letter to Iranian leaders d. Congress’s unwillingness to support the 1999 Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty

Topics in American Government: Interest GroupsClick on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 567 and watch the video. When you've finished watching the video, come back to the test and answer the following questions:The idea that groups with competing interests provide all citizens with a voice in the political process is known as ______.

A. direct democracy B. pluralism C. representative democracy D. oligarchy