Sandy is communications director for the Texas Democratic Party. Based in Austin, Sandy is a full-time, salaried employee of the party. In her role, she coordinates the party’s message with country parties and the national party, issues press releases on important issues, and responds to emergencies should they arise. In which element of the party does Sandy fall, according to political scientists?
A. the party in the electorate
B. the party in government
C. the party ideologues
D. the party organization