How does the quote from R. M. Easley, describing the convention at Cook County (Chicago), Illinois, in 1896, support the fact that conventions were in decline?

a sample of water is taken and kept in a beaker in a freezer at a constant temperature of 0°c. if the system is at dynamic equilibrium, which of these statements is true?  

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here are six examples, there are many more.

1. attending council meetings to gain information, discuss issues, or lend support .

2. campaigning for a candidate .

3. lobbying for laws that are of special interest .

4. demonstrating political freedom through marches, boycotts, sit-ins, or other forms of protest .

5. serving as a juror .

6. running for office.