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melina_rosy

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on: Jul 9, 2018
Can governmental units form interest groups? If so, describe which levels of government form such interest groups and provide examples.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Identify and describe the five specific functions of interest groups.
 
  What will be an ideal response?


Pamela.irrgang@yahoo.com

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Reply #1 on: Jul 9, 2018
Answer to Question 1

An ideal response will:
1, Explain how state and local governmental units form groups to petition the federal government.
2, Cite examples such as the National Governors Association (NGA) and the U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM).

Answer to Question 2

An ideal response will:
1, List each function, beginning with representing constituents.
2, Define the other functions, which are political participation, educating the public, building agendas, and serving as watchdogs by monitoring government programs, initiatives, policies, and the like.


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