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Learning Objectives: 13.1 Explain how and why interest groups form.

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Learning Objectives: 13.2 Identify four types of interest groups and the kinds of interests they represent.

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Learning Objectives: 13.3 Describe how interest groups use lobbying and campaign activities to get the public policy they want.

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Learning Objectives: 13.4 Identify specific resources that interest groups bring to bear when attempting to influence public policy.

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Learning Objectives: 13.5 Summarize the relationship among citizens, interest groups, and government.

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