Functions and Categories of Pressure Groups (AQA A-Level Politics): Flashcards
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Pressure groups
Pressure groups
Orgs influencing policy without seeking elected office
Political agenda
Political agenda
Issues currently debated by those with political power
Pressure groups vs parties: key difference
Pressure groups vs parties: key difference
Influence those in power vs become government themselves
Insider groups
Insider groups
Groups with close ties & regular govt contact
Outsider groups
Outsider groups
Groups lacking strong govt links, often use direct action
Interest groups
Interest groups
Defend & advance specific interests of their members
Promotional groups
Promotional groups
Campaign for causes not directly benefiting members
Direct action
Direct action
Campaign tactics using direct power to advance aims
Policy entrapment
Policy entrapment
Too close to govt, lose independence & critical ability
Holacratic pressure group
Holacratic pressure group
Rejects hierarchical leadership, uses flat structures