Which of the following is a key distinction between a political party and an interest group?(1 point)

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Political parties nominate candidates for office, while interest groups do not.
Political parties nominate candidates for office, while interest groups do not.

Political parties are largely unorganized, while interest groups are organized.
Political parties are largely unorganized, while interest groups are organized.

Political parties lobby government officials, while interest groups do not.
Political parties lobby government officials, while interest groups do not.

Political parties attempt to influence public policy, while interest groups are largely unorganized.
Political parties attempt to influence public policy, while interest groups are largely unorganized.
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Answer 1

The key distinction between a political party and an interest group is:

Political parties nominate candidates for office, while interest groups do not.

Political parties focus on winning elections and governing, while interest groups primarily aim to influence policy and advocate for specific issues without nominating candidates for office.