Two Political Science Students Are in a Discussion About Whether

Multiple Choice

Two political science students are in a discussion about whether or not interest groups are dangerous to the American political system. Henry believes so because they stifle the interests of some groups, which causes an imbalance within the government. Shelby disagrees and believes that interest groups are actually beneficial. Which point can Shelby make to best support her argument?

A) There are so many interests represented by interest groups, and each has an opportunity to enact change.
B) The government favors the wealthier and more powerful groups, which represent the interests of the majority of citizens.
C) The interest-group system provides equality of both opportunity and outcomes for various groups in America.
D) The Founders encouraged the formation of interest groups, whose activities are protected by the First Amendment.