CE.5d - Campaign Finance Reforms

​ (a)   - Running for office in the United States can be very expensive.

• True
• False

At the presidential level, what must candidates do in order to win?

• Hold lots of fundraising activities

• Post lots of content on social media

• Visit small towns throughout America

• Donate lots of money to nonprofits and charities

Rising campaign costs have resulted in which of the following?

• It has limited those who can run for office.

• It has given wealthy individuals the advantage in running.

• It has led to a rise in special interest groups.

• It has made it easier for candidates to reach large audiences.

An ​ (a)   is an organization of people who have a common interest.

• Interest Group
• Political Party 
• Government Agency 
• Social Club

What do special interest groups try to do in American politics?

• They try to fundraise large amounts of money to donate to charity.

• They try to recruit and nominate candidates.

• They try to work to influence government policies and decisions.

• They monitor international events and leaders.

Which of the following is NOT an example of an issue-oriented special interest group?

• National Organization of Women (NOW)

• National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)

• American Cancer Society

• The Republican Party

The rise of campaign costs has led to the development of ​ (a)   .

• Political Action Committees
• Political Parties 
• Government Agencies
• International Organizations

​ (a)   - Federal law allows special interest groups to donate directly to political candidates.

• False
• True

Which of the following is the main purpose of PACs, and Super PACs?

• They contribute money to support candidates.

• They donate money to international aid societies.

• They host rallies and events to educate voters on campaign issues.

• They help recruit and nominate political candidates.

Which of the following statements are true? (Select All That Apply!)

• Campaign finance reforms require that all contributions over $200 must be reported and sourced.

• There are no limits on how much money businesses and individuals can donate to political candidates.

• Individuals, businesses, and unions can donate unlimited amounts of money to PACs and Super PACs

• Political campaigns today cost less than they did in earlier American history.