Question

What possible disadvantage of interest groups does this scenario illustrate: An interest group representing auto manufactuers runs ads opposing a high speed train project, even though the the train would reduce commute times for many citizens

Answer 1

They focus primarily on the interests of their members, not on the public good.

Explanation: Given that the high-speed train project would reduce commute times for many citizens thereby benefiting the public generally.

An interest group representing auto manufacturers running advertisements opposing such a project shows that the disadvantage of the interest groups is that "They focus primarily on the interests of their members, not on the public good."

Answer 2

They focus primarily on the interests of their members, not on the public good.

Step-by-step explanation:

Given that the high-speed train project would reduce commute times for many citizens thereby benefiting the public generally.

An interest group representing auto manufacturers running advertisements opposing such a project shows that the disadvantage of the interest groups is that "They focus primarily on the interests of their members, not on the public good."