1. Does Money Talk? AP Government - Spring 2013
Interest Groups
Does Money Talk?
AP Government - Spring 2013

2. Interest Groups
What were some interest groups you researched for your homework?
Why are interest groups good? Why are interest groups bad?
What techniques do interest groups use?
Why are some interest groups more effective than others?

3. Is Lobbying Good or Bad?

6. Does money matter?
During President Clinton’s final days in office, he decided to pardon numerous individuals who had committed serious crimes.
What might have been his motivation for doing this?

14. Article on Clinton’s Pardons
Read the article, “Drug Kingpin’s Release… .” (
Should anything be done to President Clinton for his actions?
Google: George W Bush and Barack Obama’s pardons as well.
Watch youtube video to review interest groups: (