Question 1

Evaluate the degree to which party identification, issues, and the attributes of the candidates impact voter choice.

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Question 2

Summarize legislation that has led to campaign finance reform, and discuss the current campaign finance environment.

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Question 3

In theory, the closer the alignment between party voters and their parties' ideologies, the better the operation of responsible party government, but this has not been the case in the recent operation of Washington politics. Why?

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Question 4

Due to the enormous cost of media, should the federal government require broadcast networks to provide free air time to presidential candidates?

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Question 5

Discuss the impact of the Supreme Court's decision in Citizens United v. FEC, making note of the rise of super PACs and their effect on campaigns.

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Question 6

Evaluate the degree to which televised presidential debates impact the outcome of the presidential election.

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Question 7

Do voters place too much importance on candidate characteristics as opposed to issues?

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Question 8

How have recent campaign finance laws changed the nature of presidential campaigns?

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Question 9

How did the Citizens United decision affect campaign funding? Do you believe this was a change for the better? Explain your response.

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Question 10

Describe the role of political action committees in the election process including their role in campaign finance.

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Question 11

Explore the strategies devised by interest groups and parties to get around campaign finance reform legislation.

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Question 12

Describe the general process of running for a congressional seat. When does it begin? What obstacles are faced by challengers?

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Quiz 9: Nominations, Elections, and Campaigns