The Federal Ninth Circuit of Appeals includes eleven western states and territories, making it the largest court in terms of both population and land area. There have been attempts to divide the Ninth Circuit, but it has proven difficult to organize a coalition in favor of a specific alternative. Which of the five principles of politics highlights the importance of coalition building?

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The principle "all politics is collective action" emphasizes the need for coalition building in order to achieve political goals. The difficulty in organizing a coalition in favor of dividing the Ninth Circuit underscores this principle.

The Federal Ninth Circuit of Appeals Includes Eleven Western States