1. AP Gov Review: Video #17 Iron Triangles
Everything You Need To Know About Iron Triangles To Succeed In AP Gov

2. The “Iron-Triangle” What is it?
The relationship between Congress (especially sub- committees), Government Agencies (Bureaucracy), and Interest Groups
They help create policy
All three parts of the “Iron-Triangle” seek to protect their own self interests

3. An Example Of The “Iron-Triangle”
Farm Special Interest Groups (SIGs) help elect members of Congress
Campaign contributions, endorsements, etc.
In return, Congress creates favorable legislation and oversight to special interests
Congress funds agencies (Bureaucracy) to regulate subsidies and oversee distribution
The Bureaucracy is favorable to the Farm Special Interest Groups, which in turn lobby on behalf of the agency to ensure financial and political support

4. Positives And Negatives Of The “Iron-Triangle”
Many Special Interest Groups receive benefits from the government
Congressional districts can get increased funding (“Pork- barrel”)
Negatives:
Hyperpluralists argue appeasing too many groups leads to gridlock

5. Test Tips Multiple-Choice Identify ALL aspects of the “Iron-Triangle”
Positives and Negatives
Free Response Questions:
Ways Special Interest Groups influence policy:
Campaign Contributions

6. See You Back Here For Video #18 - The Activities Of Special Interest Groups
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