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| Media decides which stories and issues do/do not receive attention. |
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| Because there are gatekeepers the media influences what issues become part of the public agenda. |
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| The media alerts the public of issues and concerns that relate to the government and it's power... alerts the public to watch and be aware. |
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| Hired by interest groups to meet with members of government and discuss the groups concerns. |
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| Officially support candidates during elections. |
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| Interest groups that want to give money to candidates must form a PAC. |
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| vote in local, state, and national elections. |
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| Attend local communist meetings, school board meetings, etc. Influences government's opinion |
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| Write a formal request signed by others to the government |
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| Office can be at the local, state, or national level. |
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| Work/volunteer for a campaign- |
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| can be at local, state, or national level. |
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