Opponents of electronic voting, fearing that every vote on a single machine may be lost to computer error or malfunction, urge the use of ballots that leave a so-called __________ trail

Which of the following is the goal in most different systems design?

a.) identifying differences between countries b.) cross-border cooperation c.) finding common patterns d.) validation of systems design

Identify a true statement about third parties in American politics.

A. They enjoy more electoral success than major parties. B. Since they are less in number and variety, they are easy to classify. C. It is easier for them to campaign statewide than to appeal to voters in a smaller district. D. In all states, they need only a few signatures to place their candidates on the ballot. E. They have brought many political issues to the public's attention.