State and local governments do not vary considerably in their administrative capabilities

Explain the strategy of flexible response, and describe how it became ingrained in the U.S. foreign policy process.

What will be an ideal response?

Political scientists believe that groups give campaign contributions to candidates seeking office in hopes of gaining access. Which of the following statements best describes the meaning of access?

a. It is an open door through which a group's lobbyists can influence the details of legislation. b. It is the ability of an interest group to control the votes of an official on major pieces of legislation. c. It provides interest groups with the opportunity to have their own officials appointed to important positions in the government. d. It guarantees that elected officials will always support the position of the interest group e. It gives elected officials the cash they need to buy information from think tanks.