a group of people who hold similar views and goals, and try and influence public policy to achieve them.

contacting a public official to try and persuade them to support the interests of a particular interest group.

the choices the government makes and the actions it takes in response to a particular issue or problem.

• the collection of views shared by a segment of society on issues of interest or concern. 

the process by which people acquire political beliefs.

• means of communication that provide information to a large audience. 

statements meant to influence public opinion or promote a cause or viewpoint.

• a disproportionate weight in favor of or against an idea or thing, usually in a way that is inaccurate, closed-minded, prejudicial, or unfair.

• lack of favoritism toward one side or another: freedom from bias or outside factors.