Which campaign activity occupies more of a candidate's time than any other?

Which of the following explains why there is a negative correlation between campaign fundraising and electoral success for incumbents?

a. FEC rules require this pattern of fundraising and spending. b. Challengers tend to have less name recognition, meaning their early spending is more cost-effective. c. Vulnerable incumbents tend to ramp up fundraising, while safe incumbents need not spend as much time fundraising. d. Incumbents hope to scare off high-quality opponents by overspending.

Which of the following statements is true of the views of elitists?

A. Elitists believe that the common man is empowered to make decisions in a democracy. B. Elitists contend that basic changes in the American system are needed to create a true democracy. C. Elitists argue that a pluralist democracy already exists and that the means for change are available within it. D. Elitists state that politics in America is democratic, with widespread participation in decisions to which most people agree.