A human tendency toward disagreement and disharmony does not affect the presence of interest groups

Supporters of ________ see society as dominated by unified and nonrepresentative leaders who occupy the important decision-making positions while encouraging powerlessness below

a. liberalism b. passivism c. socialism d. elitism e. pluralism

The intent of a groundswell of public pressure is to ______

a. convince policymakers that public opinion overwhelmingly supports the interest group's position b. mislead the public on environmental issues, particularly those related to clean water and fracking c. bypass the legislative process and direct attention to the executive branch d. force bureaucrats to answer to Congressional committees e. lobby lawmakers directly