Instructions: Identify the Following

question 51

Short Answer

Instructions: Identify the following. Be as specific as possible, and include names, dates, and relevant facts as appropriate. Be sure to explain the significance of the person or term.
Samuel Slater

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Definitions:

Adverse Legislation

Legislation that is considered unfavorable or detrimental to the interests of a specific group or the public.

First Amendment

An amendment to the U.S. Constitution that prohibits the making of any law infringing on the freedom of speech, the press, religion, assembly, and petition.

Lobbying

The act of attempting to influence decisions made by officials in the government, most often legislators, by individuals or more commonly by lobby groups.

Political Action Committee (PAC)

An organization that collects political donations from its members and uses those funds to support or oppose candidates, legislation, or political initiatives.