Which of the Following Examples Best Illustrates the Principle of Political

Multiple Choice

Which of the following examples best illustrates the principle of political disadvantage theory?

A) Small interest groups cannot affect policy because they cannot gain direct access to members of Congress.
B) Unpopular industries, unable to sway public opinion, try to win concessions through the courts.
C) Although attacking lobbyists and interest groups makes for a good stump speech, lawmakers who try to function without those groups find they can get little done.
D) As the power of a few interest groups increases, it will become increasingly difficult for new interest groups to gain influence in Congress.
E) If interest groups contribute money to both parties, their influence with the winning side declines, but if they contribute to only one party, their access might be closed completely.