The United States compares favorably with other nations in political interest and awareness, but for a variety of institutional and political reasons, about ____________ percent of all eligible citizens fail to vote

Almost all state governors have the authority to use a line item veto

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

Strategic politicians are ______.

a. politically inexperienced nonincumbents who challenge incumbents only when their party controls the presidency b. politically experienced nonincumbents who rationally and carefully weigh key considerations before they decide to run for Congress c. politically inexperienced nonincumbents who base their appeals on a strategic issue rather than personal image d. politically experienced incumbents who avoid using their incumbency advantages for fear of an electoral backlash e. politically experienced nonincumbents who choose not to raise significant campaign funds for fear of an electoral backlash