What challenge do minor parties often face?

Which of the following was NOT a factor that contributed to the growing incumbency advantage?

A) The weakness of political parties B) Campaign funding disparities C) Growth in incumbency resources D) The strength of political parties E) Changes in representative activities

Studies of the congressional agenda of the United States demonstrate that it is characterized by an emphasis on

A) legislation concerned with the poor. B) legislation concerned with immigration. C) legislation concerned with increasing taxes on the wealthy. D) business-related legislation. E) social welfare legislation.