Interest Groups: Inform or Mislead voters about important issues?

Interest groups have recently unleashed the power of massive budgets for political ads, and most people can’t keep up with all of the messages. Students must decide whether interest groups generally inform or mislead voters about important issues. Students will examine reasons and evidence on both sides, and ultimately craft an effective argument for the side they choose. With increasing political influence, this Drafting Board issue frames an important contemporary debate for your students!

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