https://padlet.com/rblankenbeker/yoaabnki56q0 en-us 2018-01-31 13:38:22 UTC 2018-01-31 13:51:08 UTC hello@padlet.com rblankenbeker https://padlet.com/rblankenbeker/yoaabnki56q0/wish/226541848 A lawmaker's political party is usually a good indicator as to how they will vote, as party identification is one of the most important influences.]]> 2018-01-31 13:39:16 UTC https://padlet.com/rblankenbeker/yoaabnki56q0/wish/226541848 rblankenbeker https://padlet.com/rblankenbeker/yoaabnki56q0/wish/226543596 People in the same party tend to share ideologies,  so they'll naturally want to vote together and get the support they need. Another is reason is that lawmakers aren't always completely educated on certain issues, so it's easier to go with that their party says. ]]> 2018-01-31 13:42:47 UTC https://padlet.com/rblankenbeker/yoaabnki56q0/wish/226543596 rblankenbeker https://padlet.com/rblankenbeker/yoaabnki56q0/wish/226544822 There are many other factors that can influence how lawmakers decide on certain bills. Constituents are important because lawmakers need their support for reelection.]]> 2018-01-31 13:45:06 UTC https://padlet.com/rblankenbeker/yoaabnki56q0/wish/226544822 rblankenbeker https://padlet.com/rblankenbeker/yoaabnki56q0/wish/226545457 The president can also put pressure on Congress by publicly supporting or rejecting certain bills. This gets the public involved and shapes their opinion, putting pressure on Congress to appease their voters.]]> 2018-01-31 13:46:24 UTC https://padlet.com/rblankenbeker/yoaabnki56q0/wish/226545457 rblankenbeker https://padlet.com/rblankenbeker/yoaabnki56q0/wish/226546552 Special interest groups hold a strong influence over Congress, as lobbyists will meet with lawmakers, rally public support or oppose bills, and advertise to get the public informed. Because of this, lawmakers usually listen to lobbyists and what they have to say.]]> 2018-01-31 13:48:33 UTC https://padlet.com/rblankenbeker/yoaabnki56q0/wish/226546552