The idea that alliances form between interest groups, bureaucratic agencies, and subcommittees of Congress has been called
A) capture.
B) clientelism.
C) iron triangles.
D) interest group liberalism.
E) subgroup politics.

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The concept described in the question is known as “iron triangles.” Iron triangles refer to the close relationships between interest groups, bureaucratic agencies, and congressional committees or subcommittees that oversee them. These relationships are characterized by a mutual exchange of support and benefits, with interest groups gaining favorable legislation, bureaucratic agencies receiving appropriate funding and protection, and congressional committees gaining support for their policy agendas.

The Idea That Alliances Form Between Interest Groups, Bureaucratic Agencies