Interest Groups Influencing Policy Making
Study Guide Overview
This study guide covers interest groups as linkage institutions, including their basic functions (education, lobbying, legislation drafting, mobilization) and methods of influence (expert testimony, bill drafting, lawsuits, amicus briefs, ads, campaign contributions, meetings). It also explains iron triangles and issue networks, limitations like unequal resources and the free-rider problem, and provides practice questions and exam tips.
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Question 1 of 11
Interest groups act as a crucial link between citizens and the government. 🔗 Which of the following BEST describes this role?
They primarily focus on electing candidates
They serve as linkage institutions, connecting people to the government
They are primarily concerned with judicial appointments
They focus solely on economic policies