One negative effect of interest groups is that politicians today cater to the wants and needs of interest groups instead of to the needs of the public. This effect is called __________.
History · Middle School · Mon Jan 18 2021
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The negative effect you're describing, where politicians prioritize the wants and needs of interest groups over those of the broader public, is often referred to as "interest group capture" or "capture theory." Interest group capture occurs when a particular interest group or groups wield disproportionate influence over policymaking, leading to policies that primarily serve the interests of those groups rather than the general public. This can result in policies that may not reflect the broader needs or preferences of the entire population.