Interest Groups Flashcards
1
Q
What are the three types of interest groups?
A
- policy groups
- professional groups
- single interest groups
2
Q
What is a policy group? Give an example.
A
groups that attempt to influence a whole policy area
e.g. AIPAC
3
Q
What is a professional group? Give an example.
A
a group that represents the economical interests of its members
e.g. American Medical Association
4
Q
What is a single interest group? Give an example.
A
group that advocates policy surrounding a limited, specific issue
e.g. National Rifle Association
