Unit 5 TOTD 1

What is a group that joins together, based on interest, to influence public policy called?

• Political party
• Interest group
• Lobbying firm
• Advocacy organization

______________refers to the actions and decisions taken by the government to address issues and problems within society.

• public policy
• economic strategy
• government regulation
• social welfare

This type of campaign contribution is limited and can be used directly to get a candidate elected.

• Public funding contribution
• Hard money

• In-kind contribution
• Soft money

This type of political donation can only be used for political party building, not for the direct election of a candidate.

• Soft money
• Individual donations
• Corporate contributions
• Hard money

_________are hired to influence public policy.

• Politicians
• Activists
• Lobbyists
• Journalists

What is a PAC?

• Political Amendment Committee

• Political Action Campaign

• Political Acceptance Conference

• Political Action Committee