Critics of globalization speak of the problem of a "democratic deficit," meaning
A) democratic processes within states will weaken and limit the power of citizens to elect their own regional governments.
B) nonstate organizations need to be given more power in order to keep states in check.
C) nongovernmental and intergovernmental organizations will take on increasing democratic processes, reducing their ability to act quickly and efficiently.
D) the movement of power toward international organizations may reduce public representation and control.

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The "democratic deficit" refers to the idea that as power shifts towards international organizations and away from states, representation and control by the public may be reduced. This can lead to concerns about a lack of democratic accountability and participation. Option A is incorrect because it refers to a different issue, the weakening of democratic processes within states. Option B is incorrect as it suggests giving power to nonstate organizations instead of addressing the potential democratic deficit. Option C is also incorrect as it suggests that intergovernmental organizations will take on democratic processes, which is not necessarily the case.

Critics of Globalization Speak of the Problem of a "Democratic