Organizations made up of people who share common interests and work together to advocate for that interest with the government are referred to as ______.

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Interest groups are organizations formed by individuals who share a common interest or goal and work together to influence public policy and government decisions related to that interest. Unlike political parties, which aim to gain power through elections, or legislatures, which are formal governmental bodies, interest groups seek to advocate for specific issues or causes. Social movements are broader and more informal than interest groups, often aiming for social change.

Organizations Made Up of People Who Share Common Interests and Work