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Define single-issue group.

Groups focused on a very specific area of concern.

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Define single-issue group.
Groups focused on a very specific area of concern.
Define ideological movement.
Broad movements advocating for social or political change.
What is a policy shift?
Changes in government policies, often after elections.
Define political realignment.
A shift in voter base from one party to another.
What is lobbying?
Attempting to influence policymakers.
What is agenda-setting?
The process of determining which issues are considered important by policymakers.
What is policy formation?
The development of specific policy proposals.
What is policy implementation?
The process of carrying out policies.
What is policy evaluation?
Assessing the effectiveness of a policy.
Define protest movement.
A group of people publicly demonstrating for a cause.
Purpose of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
Prohibited discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
Purpose of the Voting Rights Act of 1965?
Prohibited racial discrimination in voting.
Purpose of Title IX?
Promoted gender equality in education, especially sports funding.
Purpose of the Clean Air Act?
Established standards for air quality.
Purpose of the Clean Water Act?
Established standards for water quality.
Impact of Civil Rights Act of 1964?
Prohibited discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
Impact of Voting Rights Act of 1965?
Prohibited racial discrimination in voting.
Impact of the 19th Amendment?
Granted voting rights to women (initially white women).
Impact of Title IX (1972)?
Promoted gender equality in education, especially sports funding.
Impact of Clean Air Act?
Established standards for air quality.
Impact of Clean Water Act?
Established standards for water quality.