The Concept That Interest Groups Are Really an Elitist Phenomenon

question 32

Multiple Choice

The concept that interest groups are really an elitist phenomenon rather than a manifestation of pluralism is supported by which of the following facts?

• A) Public-interest groups are the most powerful groups.
• B) Only a small percentage of the interest groups lobbying Congress are business groups.
• C) The power of unions has declined over the past three decades.
• D) Religious groups and recreational groups have the largest financial footprint in Washington, D.C.
• E) Most Americans are not represented by interest groups.

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