Special Interest (Noun)
Meaning
An interest group that tries to influence legislators or bureaucrats to act in their favor, typically through lobbying.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The pharmaceutical company formed a special interest group to lobby for the approval of their new medication.
- The politician's decision was criticized for being swayed by special interest groups rather than the needs of her constituents.
- Many people believe that special interest groups have too much power in shaping the country's laws and policies.
- The environmental organization was accused of being a special interest group that prioritized its own agenda over the needs of the local community.
- Campaign finance reformers argue that limiting donations from special interest groups can help reduce corruption in politics.
Synonyms
- Lobby Group
- Special Interest Group
- Pressure Group
- Lobby
- Third House
- Special-interest Group
- Advocacy Group