Why did the framers of the Constitution grant the House of Representatives the most "power of the purse"?
Responses
The House most directly reflected the will of the citizens.
The House most directly reflected the will of the citizens.
The House was seen at being at odds with the Senate
The House was seen at being at odds with the Senate
The House most often favored liberal financial policies
The House most often favored liberal financial policies
The House had the most influence of the President
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The House had the most frequent elections, ensuring greater accountability and responsiveness to public opinion.