By criticizing the party that is in power, the party that is out of power serves a _____ function.

By using donor lists or magazine subscription lists, candidates are able to engage in ________.

Candidates who hope to win their partys nomination must _____.

Growing republican strength in texas was illustrated by __________.

In a presidential campaign, candidates' efforts to meet as many voters as possible are __________.

Sustained population growth in texas has __________.

Conducting empirical research is a simple process.

The process by which other scholars evaluate the soundness of research before it is published is referred to as ______.

Research on the neighbourhood beautification efforts and their effect on crime rates is an example of ______.

Not all empirical research involves the collection of numerical data, requiring statistical analysis.

Theoretical research is concerned primarily with practical applications.