Which of the following is consistent with the mandate theory of elections?
A) the idea that voter turnout is higher when citizens are required to vote and are fined if they fail to do so
B) the belief that a functional democracy mandates electoral participation by a large number of voters
C) Mitt Romney's claim that Obama won the 2012 presidential election because he had given gifts to various constituency groups
D) Barack Obama's claim that his victory in 2012 means that the public wants to raise taxes on the wealthy

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The mandate theory of elections suggests that the winning candidate has a mandate from the public to implement their proposed policies. Obama's claim reflects this idea, as he interprets his victory as public support for his tax policy.

Which of the Following Is Consistent with the Mandate Theory