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Chapter 13: Interest Groups
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Interest Groups | groups organized by citizens to shape policy agenda and influence government |
| Public Interest | Benefits the whole rather than a small group |
| Private Interests | Benefits small group and businesses primarily |
| Lobbying | Political activity that aims to influence policy making |
| PAC | raise money for campaign |
| Bipartisan Campaign reform act | Placed regulations on the financing of political campaigns |
| 527 Organizations | Issue advocacy and not candidate advocacy. Tax exempt and largely unregulated. |
| Electioneering | Political campaigning. |
| Watchdogs | Groups that are organized to monitor government activity and educate the public on various aspects |
| Solidarity Benefits | Social benefits that come from working with others toward a common goal. (networking, friendships, community) |
| Free riders | Are a member of the group but don't contribute to its work. |
| Purposeful benefits | The gratification that comes from working toward a common goal or worthy cause |
| Interest group Entrepreneur | Someone who tried to get an interest group going and take action |