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Which of the following statements best explains campaign finance laws for candidates running for a seat in the Texas legislature? There is no limit on how much a PAC may contribute directly to a campaign
The details of political contributions and expenditures of candidates must be filed with the Texas Ethics Commission? Between 2 and 7 times each year
An organization of individuals with similar views that tries to influence government to respond favorably to its views is called a(n)? An interest group
Actively campaigning in support of candidates for office by an interest group is called? electioneering
Which of the following is the largest state government employees’ group in Texas? Texas Public Employees Association
Members of the Texas Ethics Commission are selected by the? Texas Governor
Which constitutional right is the foundation of the right to form and participate in interest groups? Right of association
Which of the following is among the oldest and most effective racial and ethnic interest groups in Texas? All of these choices are among the oldest and most effective racial and ethnic groups in Texas
Interest groups use all of the following techniques to influence policy decisions EXCEPT? Nominating candidates for public office
The Christian Coalition would be most likely to promote which of the following? Banning same-sex marriage
The decentralized structure of Texas politics and governance __________ the ability of interest groups to influence public policy. Increases
About how many registered lobbyists are there in Texas? 1,700
Which of the following would NOT be a primary goal of an interest group? Getting its members elected to public office
The Texas Association of Businesses and Chambers of Commerce is an example of? An umbrella organization
Citizens tend to join interest groups for all the following reasons EXCEPT? They are not accepted as members of official political parties
Which of the following would a government employee interest group be least likely to pursue? Decreased levels of government spending
Which of the following would NOT be a cause supported by the Texas Freedom Network? Defending the traditional family
The United States achieves a decentralized governing structure through? federalism and separation of powers
The Texas Tea Party is? a powerful faction within the Texas Republican Party
A social interest group would be least likely to get involved in which of the following issues? Highway funding
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