Which statement assesses the role and impact of interest groups and PACs in campaigns and elections?

Question

A) The forming of interest groups, which recruit and financially support experienced candidates, has caused a larger role for interest groups during campaigns, as they attempt to win elections and enact legislation as they spend money and use influence to win.
B) The forming of interest groups, which recruit and financially support experienced candidates, has caused less predictable elections.
C) The forming of interest groups, which recruit and financially support experienced candidates, has caused a broader variety of candidates to run and incur debt during their campaigns, as they win without the help of interest groups or PACs.
D) The forming of interest groups, which recruit and financially support experienced candidates, has caused more average and politically neutral candidates to win elections.

Answer 1

A) The forming of interest groups, which recruit and financially support experienced candidates, has caused a larger role for interest groups during campaigns, as they attempt to win elections and enact legislation as they spend money and use influence to win.

This statement accurately assesses the role and impact of interest groups and Political Action Committees (PACs) in campaigns and elections. Interest groups often provide financial support and resources to candidates who align with their goals, thereby increasing their influence in the electoral process.