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Why has the Senate become a more democratic institution in the 20th century?
  1. Elections were taken from states and given to the public.
  2. Filibuster and cloture rules were finally clarified.
  3. More non-wealthy citizens were being elected.
  4. The seniority system of controls was systematically weakened.
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Answer - A - The Senate became a more democratic institution in the 20th century because elections were taken from states and given to the public.

Key Takeaway: During the 20th century, the Senate has become a significantly more democratic institution because elections were taken from the states and given to the public. This was done in the 17th Amendment, which was passed in 1913.
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