Unions in the public sector continue to have significant political clout and success in lobbying efforts in state political matters

In a democracy, elections enable individuals to __________

a. prove the saying that "it doesn't matter who gets elected" b. control their leaders and provide judgment on past actions c. support certain interest groups and political action committees d. vote for a list of specific policy proposals

The disadvantages of dominance as a solution to collective-goods problems include which of the following?

A) A downward spiral as each side punishes what it believes to be negative acts by the other. B) Stability that comes at a cost of constant oppression of the lower-ranking members in the status hierarchy. C) Other groups being unlikely to challenge the top group's power position. D) Fueling arms races in which members respond to other members' buildup of weapons.