States that have been tagged as ________ states will see intense campaigning up to the very day of the election

All of the following are reason why incumbent representatives usually win re-election to Congress EXCEPT:

a. Incumbents use franking privileges to communicate with voters. b. Incumbents generate good will by getting "pork barrel" projects for their districts. c. Incumbents have large staffs to work on constituency relations. d. Incumbents always benefit from congressional redistricting. e. Incumbents receive the most money from special interest groups.

Which interest group is well-known for utilizing litigation and the courts as its primary means for reaching its goals?

a. American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) b. National Rifle Association (NRA) c. Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) d. National Education Association (NEA) e. American Medical Association (AMA)