1. From figure 8.1 in the text, select one of the interest groups and do some research on their issues and beliefs. What did you learn? What did you find interesting? Do you agree/disagree with their positions on issues? Why?
I researched The American Federation of teachers (AFT). AFT was founded in 1926 and represents teachers and school related personnel. This is the second largest education labor union in the United States.
2. Find an interest group with which you associate (positively). What is the name of the group and what do you find persuasive about their position on issues?
I like the AFT in that they are really focusing on bullying right now which is becoming a big epidemic in our country for thousands of children.
3. Do interest groups have enough/too much/the right amount of power in the political system? Most believe it's a fine-line balance between freedom of speech for the groups and keeping unfair persuasion out of government. Where is that line and when is it crossed?
I don’t know enough about interest groups to really say; seems like they have worked out for us so far.
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