Why Might Partisan Gridlock in Congress Suggest a Decline in the Health

Why might partisan gridlock in Congress suggest a decline in the health of American democracy?

A) Party-line voting and increasing hostility between parties impedes the policymaking process.
B) Increased animosity leads to policies aimed at hurting the other party rather than benefiting the nation.
C) Congress's failure to make policy due to partisan differences expands the president's power.
D) Hyper-partisan attitudes and behaviors cause Americans to view the government as less legitimate.