Pressure groups

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pressure_groups)

Pressure groups use various forms of advocacy to influence public opinion and/or policy; they have played and continue to play an important part in the development of political and social systems. Groups vary considerably in size, influence and motive; some have wide ranging long term social purposes, others are focused and are a response to an immediate issue or concern. (Wikipedia)

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This term is used for the following terms: 
Advocacy groups

Approved Date
20-Dec-2012

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