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Two interest groups are competing for influence in Congress. One group represents banking institutions, while the other advocates for consumer protections. A critic of the influence of interest groups would make which claims?

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Answer:The banking interest group likely has greater financial resources and access to policy makers than the consumer protection group.

Explanation:An interest group or advocacy group is a body which uses various forms of advocacy in order to influence public opinion and/or policy. Interest group may also refer to: ... Special interest group, a group of individuals sharing specialist knowledge.

Consumer Protection stops unfair, deceptive and fraudulent business practices by: collecting complaints and conducting investigations. suing companies and people that break the law. developing rules to maintain a fair marketplace.

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