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A group of people joined together by some common interest who attempt to influence Government policy.
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the same as interest group: an organized lobby, not directly affiliated with a political party, that puts pressure on elected officials to further the interests of its members. See also interest group; lobby.
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a group of people who try actively to influence legislation
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a group of people who want to attain for themselves a special privilege at the expense of the rest of the nation
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a group that puts pressure on Parliament or the government to try to persuade them to amend or make a new law about their area of interest
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an organised group that seeks to influence government (public) policy or protect or advance a particular cause or interest
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A group of people with a common interest or issue, who seek to influence a Government without themselves aspiring to direct political representation.
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A group or organization which attempts to influence action on legislation.
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