Which of the following statements,if true,would undermine the theory of pluralism?
A) Members of Congress have become increasingly dependent on political action committee (PAC) contributions to fund their campaigns.
B) Political action committees (PACs) are not always successful in securing favorable government policies.
C) Individuals with shared grievances do not always come together to form interest groups.
D) The number of interest groups with lobbyists in Washington, D.C., has increased over the past several decades.

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Pluralism relies on the idea that individuals with shared interests will form groups to influence policy. If they do not always come together, it undermines the pluralist theory.

Which of the Following Statements,if True,would Undermine the Theory of Pluralism