The passage of the Seventeenth Amendment allowed citizens more influence over government by changing the election process to require Senators to be elected by the people directly. Previously, Senators were chosen by state legislatures, which often led to corruption and a disconnect between the elected representatives and the citizens they served. The Seventeenth Amendment, ratified in 1913, established the direct election of Senators, thereby increasing democratic control and ensuring that Senators were more accountable to the voters.
How did the passage of the Seventeenth Amendment allow citizens more influence over government?
It shortened Senators' terms from 10 years to 6 years to make it easier to remove them.
It changed the election process to allow Senators to be elected by state legislatures.
It changed the requirements for Congress so that more American citizens were eligible.
It changed the election process to require Senators to be elected by the people directly.
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