Imagine the Republicans control the majority in the House and are pushing for a major immigration reform bill, although several party members would like to vote against the proposed piece of legislation. Which of the following is a way in which party leaders may encourage party discipline among their members?

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Party leaders may use the promise of support on future bills to encourage party discipline among their members. This is a common tactic used to secure votes from dissenting members. Offering alternative bills or amendments can also be used as a bargaining tool to secure party loyalty. Providing cash payments or filing ethics charges would be unethical and illegal, while preventing members from running for reelection would violate democratic principles.

Imagine the Republicans Control the Majority in the House and Are