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Are interest groups good or bad for American democracy?
There is no simple answer to this question. Interest groups can be seen as both good and bad for American democracy. On the one hand, interest groups help to ensure that diverse voices are heard and that all Americans have a say in the political process. On the other hand, some interest groups can be very powerful and influential, and they may not always have the best interests of the American people at heart.
What are private organizations that work to change policy using lobbyists phone calls to elected officials and other methods called?
Interest Groups
How do interest groups influence government spending?
Certain special interest groups can donate money to specific candidates that share the same beliefs and values as themselves. Other interest groups known as Political Action Committees can donate money to (bribe) candidates into supporting their beliefs and values.
For what reasons other than economic ones are interest groups created?
There is one group that is created for health problems. The group is created for teen pregnancy, cancer and health car reform.
How do public-interest groups differ from other interest groups?
Public-interest groups work for the benefit of all citizens.
