Which of the following illustrates a special-interest caucus?

• A. Delegates representing a broad cross-section of voters.
• B. Delegates who are professional campaign donors.
• C. Delegates representing specific groups such as racial or sexual minorities.
• D. Delegates selected by random draw.

Answer: (C)

A special-interest caucus is a group formed within a party or legislative body to advance the concerns of a particular group or issue. It brings together members who share that interest to coordinate policy, advocacy, and strategy. Delegates representing specific groups such as racial or sexual minorities fit this pattern because they organize around the interests of those groups. The other options don’t capture that focused, identity- or issue-based affiliation: a broad cross-section aims to reflect many voters rather than a narrow interest; professional campaign donors relate to funding rather than organized advocacy; random draw removes any shared interest or identity. So, the scenario with delegates representing specific groups is the best illustration of a special-interest caucus.