Asked by jayden jagtiani on Jun 09, 2024
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The last election in which a major party presidential candidate accepted public funds was
A) 1996.
B) 2000.
C) 2008.
D) 2016.
Presidential Candidate
An individual who is running for the office of the president in an election.
Major Party
A political party with widespread support and influence within a political system, typically capable of winning elections and forming government.
- Clarify the function of public subsidies in electoral contests and the statutes regulating election campaign finances.
Verified Answer
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Lemperouge LelouchJun 15, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
In the 2008 presidential election, John McCain, the Republican candidate, accepted public funds for his campaign. This was the last time a major party candidate did so, as subsequent candidates have opted out of public financing to avoid spending limits.
Learning Objectives
- Clarify the function of public subsidies in electoral contests and the statutes regulating election campaign finances.