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11 Cards in this Set
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What are interest groups? |
An interest group is an organization of people who seek to promote a particular cause or policy. |
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In what ways do interest groups influence political parties? |
They influence political parties by: -Raising funds to promote political campaigns -Evaluating candidates and officials - Lobbying (Attempting to influence) legislators |
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What are PACs? |
Political Action Committees are organizations that collect financial donations from their members to impact elections. |
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What are Super PACs? |
Super PACs are organizations that collect contributions from corporations, companies, and individuals in order to impact elections. |
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What is the major distinguishing difference between a PAC and a Super PAC? |
PACs are limited by the amount of money they can accept from individuals, while Super PACs can accept unlimited donations. |
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What does it mean to be Conservative? |
Conservatives (right) believe that the government's role is to support economic growth and preserve traditional values. |
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What does it mean to be Liberal? |
Liberals (left) believe that the government's role is to help solve social problems. |
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What does it mean to be Moderate? |
Moderates (center) follow a course in politics that is neither solely liberal nor solely conservative. |
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What are Political Parties? |
Political Parties are groups of individuals with shared beliefs who organize to win elections and influence government. |
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Functions of Political Parties include... |
-Recruiting candidates -Educating the public -Operating the government |
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What is Political Advertising? |
Political Advertising is a form of propoganda, info used to advance a cause or point of view. |
