The larger, more heterogeneous constituencies and longer terms of senators means that they are more
A) attuned to the needs of groups and interests organized on a city or countywide basis.
B) likely to consider new ideas and are better able to act as the agents for groups and interests organized on a statewide or national basis.
C) likely to serve existing interests than to bring together new coalitions of interests.
D) likely to spend their time thinking about and running for re-election.
E) concerned about reapportionment than members of the House.

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The longer terms and larger constituencies of senators make them better able to consider new ideas and act as agents for statewide or national interests. They also have a greater opportunity to build relationships and coalitions within their constituencies. A, C, D, and E are not accurate descriptions of the advantages of being a senator.

The Larger, More Heterogeneous Constituencies and Longer Terms of Senators