Institutionalist perspectives focus on the structures that spawned democracy. Frequently, these national histories
A) condemn the existing political and governmental institutions.
B) praise the political and governmental institutions that are no longer in existence.
C) reinforce reverence for existing political and governmental institutions.
D) reinforce the drive for revolution to overthrow the existing political and governmental institutions.

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Institutionalists focus on the structures that exist within a society and how they have led to the formation of democratic processes. They often reinforce reverence for existing political and governmental institutions as they believe they are necessary for the functioning of democracy. They may, however, criticize specific aspects of these institutions or push for reforms to make them more democratic. Choices A, B, and D do not reflect the typical perspective of institutionalists.

Institutionalist Perspectives Focus on the Structures That Spawned Democracy