In which of the following scenarios did Congress choose a policy in response to the opinion of a politically engaged minority rather than the opinion of the majority of Americans?
Answer
A
Small business associations presented strong opposition to the passage of the Affordable Care Act.
B
Lobbying groups that did not favor guaranteeing women’s rights blocked ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment.
C
The strength of support from the NAACP forced Congress to pass the 24th Amendment despite opposition in many states.
D
Nationwide efforts by the National Rifle Association and other gun supporters have kept Congress from considering gun-control measures.