Public-interest groups
CLEP American Government, Chapter 28 Public-interest groups A public-interest group claims to pursue a benefit shared broadly beyond its own members, such as cleaner air, safer consumer products, open government, or civil liberties. That definition concerns the scope of the claimed benefit. It does not mean that everyone agrees with the group's proposal or that […]
Professional associations
CLEP American Government, Chapter 28 Professional associations Professional associations organize people who share an occupation, such as physicians, lawyers, engineers, or teachers. They may provide training, publish research, develop ethical standards, certify expertise, represent members in public debate, and advocate on licensing, liability, reimbursement, or working conditions. These roles combine professional identity with economic interest; […]
