Why are special interests more likely to slow state action in democracies than in autocracies?
A)Unlike democracies, special interests are well represented in autocracies.
B)Unlike democracies, autocracies generally lack special interests.
C)Democracies are legally required to satisfy special interests before making policy.
D)Democracies are generally weaker governments than autocracies.
E)Autocracies are likely to suppress public criticism from special interests.

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Autocracies have the power to suppress dissent and criticism, including from special interest groups, which allows them to implement policies more swiftly than democracies, where such groups can openly lobby and influence policy decisions.

Why Are Special Interests More Likely to Slow State Action