POLT 10100 Chapter Notes - Chapter 7: Voluntary Association, Amicus Curiae
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In the gulf of mexico there was a giant explosion in the deepwater horizon drilling rig, killing 11 oil rig workers and creating a massive oil spill. The rig was not properly inspected, deregulation, causing the explosions. Government is influenced by what the general public wants, officials pay attention to what the public is paying attention to. Interest groups in a democratic society: contrasting views. 7. 1 compare and contrast theories about the role of interest groups in a democracy. Americans have long denigrated special interests as contrary to the public good. Many political scientists, however, see interest groups as an important addition to the representation process in democracy, enhancing the contract of citizens with government officials in the periods between elections. Interest groups- a private organization or voluntary association that seeks to influence public policy as a way to protect or advance its interests.
