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Latino Political Interest Groups, 2005.
This paper discusses the history and impact of specific U.S. Latino interest groups.
2,675 words (approx. 10.7 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 80.95
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This paper explains that soon Latinos will become America's largest minority and both political major parties court the Latino vote; major political interest groups supporting this ethnic group have a long and rich history,have had a profound effect on American society and have bettered the lives of Latinos. The author points out that, with approximately 115,000 members throughout the United States and Puerto Rico, the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC), which is the largest and oldest Hispanic Interest Group in the United States, advances the economic condition, educational attainment, political influence, health and civil rights of Hispanic Americans through community-based programs operating at more than 600 LULAC councils nationwide. The paper also discusses the history and programs of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, the National Council of La Raza, the Cuban American National Foundation and the Mexican American Legal Defense and Education Fund.
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"The Mexican American Legal Defense and Education Fund (MALDEF) is a national nonprofit organization whose mission is to protect and promote the civil rights of the more than 29 million Latinos living in the United States. For example, the group fights for education rights, and files legal suits to fight racial injustice at all educational levels. The group also seeks to ensure that Latinos are not underrepresented in high-ranking positions in the U.S. workforce, and that they receive equal employment opportunities. Furthermore, MALDEF fights for immigrants rights, like healthcare and civil rights, and for political access by doing things like attempting to eliminate any obstacles that prevent Latinos from voting.
A case that MALDEF took on in Chicago is a perfect illustration. In 1990, the Census revealed that the Latino population in Chicago grew from 14 percent to 20 percent of the city's total population between 1980 and 1990. But when Chicago redistricted its 50 wards in 1992 to reflect census findings, the number of Latino-majority wards increased from four (8 percent) to only seven (14 percent). MALDEF argued that this redistricting diluted Latino voting strength and that the council should have drawn more Latino districts to fairly reflect the strength of Chicago's Latino population."
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Political Parties and Interest Groups, 2007.
A comparison of the main political parties in the United States and interest groups.
1,437 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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This paper explores the history of the two main political groups in the United States and then compares them to interest groups. The paper examines the history and make-up of the Democratic Party and the Republican Party. It then looks at the ways that interest groups help to support them. It concludes by analyzing the differences between interest groups and political parties.
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Introduction
Democratic Party
Republican Party
Interest Groups
Interest Groups versus Political Parties
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"The Republican Party did not come into existence until 1850. It was formed by activists working against the institution of slavery. The first meeting of the Republican Party took place in Wisconsin and the members believed that the government should give land grants to those settling in the west (Republican Party http://www.mcgop.net/History.htm)."
"Once the party became official a formal meeting was help in 1854 in Michigan at which time the name Republican was adopted. The name was chosen because the members believed that it mean equality (Republican Party http://www.mcgop.net/History.htm)."
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Interest Groups, 2005.
A political discussion on the influence of interest groups.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 2 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper explains the factors that determine the relative strength of interest groups. It contends that analyzing what they do requires examining the modern American political system, for it has degenerated into government by special interest groups. It explains that for decades, interest groups have sought to influence government policies by advocating legislation favorable to them, but these efforts, the author claims, have escalated to such an extent that interest groups now control the government.
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"Explaining the factors that determine the relative strength of interest groups and analyzing what they do requires examining the modern American political system, for it has degenerated into government by special interest groups. For decades, interest groups have sought to influence government policies by advocating legislation favorable to them, but these efforts have escalated to such an extent that interest groups now control the government. Unfortunately, despite the fact that the Founding Fathers established a Constitutional system of government based upon popular sovereignty and the rule of law, the emergence and development of powerful interest groups in the late twentieth century has undermined American democracy. Because of the power and influence of special interests such ..."
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Interest Groups, 2005.
A discussion on whether interest groups contribute to or detract from local democracy.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 2 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper examines how the question of whether interest groups contribute to or detract from local democracy may appear puzzling at first given the widespread acknowledgment of the prominent role such groups have long held in our society. It looks at how the underlying implication of this question is that some interest groups by effectively representing their members interests in local political forums may in the process actually be undermining local democracy. The paper argue with reference to a variety of sources that in general interest groups contribute to local democracy.
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Money and Special Interest Groups, 2004.
A discussion on whether money and special interest groups can buy votes and influence.
1,561 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 11 sources, APA, $ 51.95
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Money and special interest groups play an important role in the U.S. Congress. Due to the high cost of running a campaign two assumptions are regularly made, namely that money can buy votes and that those groups or businesses that have contributed funds, will be favourably treated by their candidate when forming legislation. This paper critically analyses those assumptions by examining key examples such as the influence of the tobacco industry and by examining esteemed political analyst views. The paper is divided and analysed on two distinct lines. Firstly, whether or not money and special interests can get a candidate elected and secondly whether money and special interest groups can have influence and to what degree, over the way in which elected candidates vote on legislation.
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"The influence of money in the US Congress therefore begins with the election of members to the Congress. In order to increase their chances of election, candidates run extensive campaigns which include: television and newspaper advertisements, public appearances, pamphlets, door knocking and many other methods to gain voter support. In recent decades these election expenses have grown more than 300% faster than the cost of living . The average cost of a Lower House campaign has risen to more than US$500,000 and a Senate campaign to US$4.5 million . Due to these exorbitant campaign cost very few people in lower socio-economic groups run for Congress as they neither have the funds themselves nor are they likely to have contacts with big businesses to financially support their campaign. "
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Interest Groups vs. Social Movements, 2002.
A comparison of the goals and aims of interest groups versus social movements, with a focus on specific public policy distinctions.
690 words (approx. 2.8 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 24.95
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The following paper examines the distinction between interest groups and social movements which are sometimes hard to distinguish. This paper argues that interest groups are usually more narrowly focused and depend on organized supporters of otherwise loosely mobilized citizens within a larger social movement.
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"Elections are formal procedures for choosing officers or making binding decisions concerning current and future policies. Elections are widely held in private organizations, such as corporations, church groups, or labor unions. Public institutions hold elections to select officers, to choose representatives, and to settle specific policy questions. Elections also may take place within specific governmental bodies or institutions as, in the United States, when members of a state legislature elect a speaker of the house. The discussion that follows, however, will focus on public elections for officers of governmental units or to decide public policy issues. Such elections commonly have a larger number of persons entitled to participate and are part of the total political process within the governmental system."
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Senior Interest Groups, 2005.
A discussion of special interest groups that advocate for senior citizens.
2,300 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 79.95
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This paper traces the historical growth in power and political influence of organizations that advocate for senior citizens. The paper's analysis maintains that it is not seniors who have become too powerful or immune to government budget cuts, but rather the interests groups who often have an ulterior agenda in mind.
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"Senior citizens -- seniors hereafter -- are generally considered those aged sixty-five and older in the U S population. According to Day, this demographic has grown twice as fast as the rest of the population over the past two decades..."
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Interest Groups, 1989.
An examination of Interest Groups, their purpose and definition. How these groups impact on the democratic process, their tactics, strategies
and policies.
2,475 words (approx. 9.9 pages), 9 sources, $ 87.95
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" To many, interest groups are an evil, albeit a necessary one, in a democracy, with the potential to corrupt the process and distort policy away from the popular will. To others, groups express the best features of democracy; they are both necessary and useful in translating the myriad of opinions and interests in the society, into representative policy.
To some observers, American politics is best understood in terms of group actions and conflicts. Although group influence can be exaggerated, there is no question that virtually every decision made in American politics, whether it is on a legislative committee bill, a congressional floor amendment, a public law, a presidential policy announcement, judicial opinion, or a bureaucratic regulation, affects one or more groups in American society (Ornstein and Elder 21)."
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Interest Groups & Supreme Court, 1991.
This paper analyzes the role that interest groups play in Supreme Court cases: History and development of influence of lobbyists, accessibility of the Supreme Court, pros and cons and legal theory.
2,700 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 10 sources, $ 95.95
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"This paper will critically analyze the role that interest groups play in Supreme Court cases. As a general rule, it is assumed that special interests do not belong at the level of the federal judiciary. The function of the Supreme Court is solely to interpret the Constitution as it pertains to matters of law. In order to arrive at fair and equal judgements, the Court needs to be free from the influence of outside sources. Interest groups are permitted by law to seek influence among members of Congress through the practice of lobbying. In this regard, the Supreme Court has played an important role in regulating the extent to which interests may take advantage of this First Amendment right.1 Nevertheless, the Court itself has for the most part attempted to remain "insulated" from the influence of lobbyists and other groups.2 The idea that this freedom from ... "
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Abortion and Interest Groups, 2005.
Examines the roles of the pro-life, pro-choice and morally conflicted groups on the abortion issue.
3,644 words (approx. 14.6 pages), 11 sources, APA, $ 101.95
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Abortion is one of the most hotly contested issues in the history of the United States. There are three primary sides to the issue of abortion - the pro-life, pro-choice and morally conflicted. This paper focuses primarily on the different interest groups, their views and approaches to changing abortion laws throughout the nation. In exploring these primary issues, the paper inevitably explores each of the three belief structures regarding abortion.
Paper Outline:
Introduction
The Pro-Life Interest Groups
Pro-Choice Interest Groups and Tactics
Roe vs. Wade
Interest Groups Using the Law
Illegal Methods
Conclusion
Bibliography
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"The court, in making its decision applied the legal standard known as strict scrutiny to come to this decision. This is the most stringent test that a government can face, and means that a woman's right to chose what to do with her own body can only be regulated by government if that government first passes "strict scrutiny".34 To pass strict scrutiny, a woman's right must be outweighed in a legal balancing test by the state showing that they have a "compelling interest", and that the compelling interest is achieved by a narrowly tailored law that does not infringe upon the woman's right to chose any more that is absolutely necessary to achieve the state's goals.35 Because this test is so hard, it almost always means that laws that challenge a woman's right to chose will be struck down, thus the only way for Pro-lifers to get their way and eventually defeat the right to chose is for them to make sure that Roe v. Wade is challenged and defeated."
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Political Interest Groups, 2005.
Examines the activities of the National Rifle Association and the Christian Coalition.
1,432 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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A political interest group is an organization that organizes individuals, financial resources, and a series of goals to influence the running of the American political system. These groups come in many forms, and come from several political viewpoints. They range from the National Rifle Association, which lobbies for continuing free use and ownership of firearms, to the Christian Coalition, which fights for the continued prevalence and adherence of religious behavior in the United States. The paper shows that although both groups promote very different purposes, both are political interest groups because they seek to organize people and encourage people to fight for a cause on their behalf.
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"The second stage of a media campaign is to use the media to boost support for a particular issue. By doing so, this support demonstrates to politicians that they better get on board, because the voters want something, and the voters are the people that keep politicians employed. (Dawn, 1994) Lastly, the interest group must use this newfound support from voters and find a way to communicate its importance to the elected officials making decisions on the particular issue. Only then, once the politicians realize that the issue has support one way or another, will they invest the necessary time and energy into supporting the groups message."
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Interest Groups, Elites, and Political Parties, 2006.
An overview of the sociology of group dynamics and politics.
1,293 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 43.95
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The paper reviews the history of sociological studies of political groups, parties and influence, starting in the 1920s, citing several studies. The paper lists different schools of thought on the topic beginning in the late 19th century, classifies them, and identifies writers who advocated each of these schools.
Table of Contents:
Interest Groups, Elites, and Political Parties
Analysis of Political Attitudes
Modern Major Directions of Interest
Functionalism and Structuralism
Symbolic Interactions
Modern Determinism
Bibliography
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"What some have called the behavioral revolution had its greatest successes in the analysis of public opinion, political attitudes, and electoral behavior. Especially in the period after World War II, the refinement of statistical techniques in public-opinion polling, the analysis of voter behavior, and the development of new research concepts have brought the study of opinions and attitudes closest to the goal of the scientific outlook and some considerable distance from the mark made by Merriam in the 1920s. The Survey Research Center at the University of Michigan has become an important national center for the collection of data on elections and voter behavior."
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Interest Groups, Elites and Political Parties, 2006.
An overview of the sociology of group dynamics and politics.
1,293 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 43.95
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The paper reviews the history of sociological studies of political groups, parties and influence, starting in the 1920s, citing several studies. The paper lists different schools of thought on the topic beginning in the late 19th century, classifies them and identifies writers who advocated each of these schools.
Table of Contents:
Interest Groups, Elites, and Political Parties
Analysis of Political Attitudes
Modern Major Directions of Interest
Functionalism and Structuralism
Symbolic Interactions
Modern Determinism
Bibliography
From the Paper
"What some have called the behavioral revolution had its greatest successes in the analysis of public opinion, political attitudes, and electoral behavior. Especially in the period after World War II, the refinement of statistical techniques in public-opinion polling, the analysis of voter behavior, and the development of new research concepts have brought the study of opinions and attitudes closest to the goal of the scientific outlook and some considerable distance from the mark made by Merriam in the 1920s. The Survey Research Center at the University of Michigan has become an important national center for the collection of data on elections and voter behavior."
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Political Interest Groups, 2005.
A comparative analysis of the NRA vs. the Brady campaign to prevent gun violence.
920 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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This paper compares and contrasts two political interest groups on the opposite side of the issue of gun control: The National Rifle Association (NRA) and the Brady campaign to prevent gun violence. It also looks at how each group receives contributions.
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" This paper compares the lobbying efforts of two political interest groups on the opposite side of the gun control issue in the United States. The National Rifle ..."
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Domestic Interest Group Theory, 2005.
This paper discusses whether domestic interest groups are the principal explanation for the international economic policies adopted by countries. This paper is relevant to political economy, international relations, and political science studies.
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This paper shows that domestic interest groups are not the principal explanation of foreign economic policies. There are other variables that are relatively important, such as domestic state actors, domestic institutions, and internationalization. First, the paper reviews the domestic interest group explanation, highlighting its explanatory strength and weakness. Second, the paper demonstrates that there is a domestic political process behind the formation of international economic policies, in which state actors and institutions play important roles. Third, the paper discusses the effects of internationalization on domestic politics and mentions the Putnam two-level game as a framework to move beyond the state-societal and domestic-international distinctions that give primacy to one explanatory factor. Prior to concluding remarks, the paper also notes the influence of exogenous factors, in particular, major crises. Finally, the paper provides concluding remarks.
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"Political coalitions and cleavages could form based on factoral, sectoral or firm based interests. Ronald Rogowski (1989) grounds his analysis in the Stolper-Samuelson model to argue that factors that gain and lose from international trade flows form distinct political coalitions that mark the political cleavages domestically. Therefore the level of trade, given endowments of labor, land and capital, generate predictable shifts in the domestic political cleavages. Jeffry Frieden (1991) and Peter Gourevitch (1986) provide specific factor models in which coalitions are based on sectors rather than factors of production. Politics will pit towards cleavages such as those between producers of nontradables and tradables or multinational and national firms. Coalitions can also rest on firm interests and their convergence with one another. Helen Milner (1988) argues that different degrees of export dependence by firms affect preferences towards international foreign policies."
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