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The most ubiquitous form of ______ is a legislator’s intervening with administrative agencies on behalf of constituents or constituent groups in ways that are episodic and punitive.

Typically, professional legislatures are more effective at ______ than nonprofessional legislatures.

______ occurs when districts violate the principle of equal representation.

The ______ is based on the principle of separating the political and administrative functions of government.

Which of the following is true about most bills introduced in state legislatures?

Which of the following best describes what political parties do?

______ is when legislators ensure that the interests of those for whom they speak are properly considered a part of decision making at the state level.

The “Me Too” movement had what effect on lawmakers in state legislatures?

Super PACs are prevented from taking what action regarding candidates they support?

Lobbyists work to keep legislators and their staffs appraised of ______.