Author Question: What is responsible for the power and influence of interest groups? a. The legislature's need for ... (Read 43 times)

savannahhooper · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

What is responsible for the power and influence of interest groups?

a. The legislature's need for constituent support for the passage of bills.
b. The legislature's volume of work and short time to accomplish it.
c. The legislature's ability to accept outside funds to help garner support from fellow politicians.
d. The legislature's desire to secure the support of influential interest groups.

Question 2

Why is access crucial for interest groups?

a. Without access, people cannot build an interest group.
b. Without access, interest groups cannot reach the public.
c. Without access, policy makers cannot be given the necessary information.
d. Without access, interest groups cannot gather the necessary information.