For the chapter on Political Parties and Interest Groups current event, review pages 240 – 246. Once you do that, […]
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Which of the two sorts of democracy is more consistent with how elitist theory sees democracy working? Explain, referring to two relevant aspects of elitist theory and two aspects of whichever sort of democracy you choose.
Consider the following descriptions of direct and indirect democracy. Which of the two sorts of democracy is more consistent with […]
Compare and contrast the functions, roles, and activities of interest groups and political parties. Provide examples of each and support your position with references to the readings and resources.
Read the textbooks and answer to the following questions: 1. Compare and contrast the functions, roles, and activities of interest […]
What is the disturbance theory and collective action? What events have you seen this year that show this?
Chapter 9 – Political Parties 1) Section 9.1 and 9.2 talk about how and why parties were formed in the […]
Do true democracies need interest groups to represent people or issues? Are they better representatives than the political party system America currently has? Could one not argue that in a democracy, citizens should have a “voice,” but not the “special interest” apparatus” that has emerged? What qualifies an interest as a “special interest” anyway? Is there an issue or cause that would inspire you become involved with a group?
Should we have interest groups? Forum Discussion Topic Task: Reply to this topic Political Parties now compete with Interest Groups […]
