Chapter 6 Flashcards
Which interest group depends on government spending and lobby policy makers?
Road and construction companies
Lobbying
Direct contact between and interest group representative and an officer of government
Who is employed to express the values of interest groups?
Lobbyists
What type of interest group seeks the betterment of society as a whole or the reform of the political, social, or economic system in ways that do not directly affect their member’s pocketbooks?
Non economic interest groups
Free rider
An individual who benefits from the work of an interest group but does not participate in collective actions that made the benefits possible
Interest groups pursuing social equality and economic goals are classified as what type of group?
Mixed or hybrid organizations
Which of the following is not classified as a mixed interest group?
Public interest
Advocacy
The promotion of a particular public policy position
Which of the following is not classified as a non-economic interest group?
Recreation
What is the primary goal of interest groups?
To influence all branches government at all levels
Why is it difficult for any one special interest group to dominate Texas state politics?
There is a wide diversity of interests
Which branch of government is responsible for the implementation of public policy?
Executive branch or administration
Co-optation
The blurring of lines between the state and a special interest group
Which of the following has occurred when a public official makes a decision that might result in a personal economic advantage?
Conflict of interest
Which is not an interest group activity?
Nominating candidates for office
Astroturf lobbying
The fabrication of public support for issues supported by industry and special interest groups, but which give the impression of widespread public support
Electioneering
When an organization decides to endorse and recommend that its members vote for the candidate more disposed to support their values
Who hired HillCo to block the “sanctuary cities” bill in the legislature because they viewed it as a threat to their business interest?
Bob Perry and Charles But
The Texas Register is used by a state agency to provide
Notice of intent to make a rule
Which of the following are least likely to subscribe to the Texas Register?
Ordinary citizens
