The Difference Between Lobbyists and PACs
Public Citizen President Robert Weissman talked about the differences between lobbyists and Political Action Committees (PACs). He explained what each do and how they influence public policy and elections.
Description
Public Citizen President Robert Weissman talked about the differences between lobbyists and Political Action Committees (PACs). He explained what each do and how they influence public policy and elections.
Bell Ringer Assignment
- What does a lobbyist do?
- How can lobbyists influence public policy?
- What does a PAC do?
- How is a Super PAC different than a PAC?
- How can PACs influence elections?
Additional Resources
Participants
Vocabulary
- Citizens United V. Federal Election Commission
- Congressional Committee
- Lobbyist
- Political Action Committees
- Union