UNIT 4.6 Flashcards
What are the two systems of interest group representation discussed?
Pluralist and Corporatist
In a pluralist system, how do interest groups operate?
Many groups compete to represent their interest to the government and policymakers
What is the primary characteristic of pluralist interest groups?
They promote competition among interest groups independent/autonomous of the government
What is the relationship between pluralist interest groups and the state?
They exist separate from the state with few restrictions
With which type of political system is pluralism associated?
Democracies and democratizations
What is the purpose of pluralist interest groups?
To articulate and aggregate the interests of the people, provide a sense of political efficacy
In a corporatist system, how is representation structured?
1 group = 1 interest
What are state-sanctioned and controlled interest groups in a corporatist system called?
Single Peak Associations
Which types of interests are typically represented in Single Peak Associations?
Business, professional, etc.
With which type of political regime is corporatism typically associated?
Authoritarian regimes
What is the purpose of corporatist interest groups?
To provide the illusion of influence to the people and to socialize and inform the people about government policy
Which country is an example of a pluralist interest group system?
UK
Which country transitioned from a corporatist to a pluralist system?
Mexico
Which country is cited as an example of a corporatist interest group system?
China
