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-Influence has increased in recent years
-Political fund-raising organizations established by corporations, labor unions, and other special-interest groups
-Funds come from voluntary contributions by employees, stock-holders, and union members
-Use their money to support lawmakers who agree with their outlook

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-Lobbyists (representatives of these groups) try to convince members of Congress to vote a certain way
-Largest and most powerful lobbies have their own buildings and full-time professional staff

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-Republican versus Democrat
-One of the most important influences on a law-maker's voting behavior
-Parties share same political outlook

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-Traditionally tries to influence Congress to pass the bills they support. (Some presidents work harder than others to do this)
-White House speeches, television appearances, social media presence

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Influential Factors on Congressional Decision Making

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Influential Factors on Congressional Decision Making

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-Political parties
-The president
-Organized interest groups
-Political action committees
-Constituents