Which of the following interest groups in 2010 endorsed Republican Governor Rick Perry for reelection?

How do congressional staffers use information from constituent contacts in a way that helps the member of Congress win reelection?

a. Congressional staffers use the informationto tailor their communications to voters based on the issues they care about. b. Members of Congress conduct additional research about those issues that are most pressing to their constituents. c. Congressional candidates sell the data to marketing companies and keep the proceeds for their campaign coffers. d. Members of Congress use this information to conduct congressional business at home, where they can attend various events that help fund their campaign.

The system of patronage

A. is another name for representation. B. only occurred at the national level. C. ended by the time of the Civil War. D. rewarded party faithful with government jobs and contracts. E. guarantees mentors for newly elected officials.