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Influence on Congressmen

Influence on Congressmen. Voter Influence . The people back in their home district Why Listen? The Representatives are elected to vote according to what the voter wants They give the Congressmen their job. Party Influence.

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Influence on Congressmen

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  1. Influence on Congressmen

  2. Voter Influence • The people back in their home district • Why Listen? • The Representatives are elected to vote according to what the voter wants • They give the Congressmen their job

  3. Party Influence • The Political Ideology the Congressmen follows: Republican or Democrat • Why Listen? • The Party educates the congressmen • Party Loyalty • Future Support from the Party

  4. Presidential Influence • The President is the Head of State, Chief Executive and Chief Legislator • Why Listen? • The Pres is the leader of the country and can influence voters • He will execute the law once it is passed

  5. Special Interest Groups • A group with on interest they would like to advance in Government • Lobbying: PersuadingCongressmen to support a cause • Why Listen: • MONEY

  6. Influencing Congressmen

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