Write a 7-page (or more) argumentative essay that answers the question “Do Interest groups support or hinder democracy?”
*You will argue on the side of interests groups hindering democracy
*Key things that must be included in the essay:
– Why this is an important question to ask
– Definitions of key concepts (Ex: one must define what democracy is and what it looks like in a democratic state)
– Acknowledge arguments made on both sides of the question
– Explain why the arguments made by people on the opposing side of this question are flawed
– Identify and explain any weaknesses associated with the argument that you are making
– Include a work cited page of at least 5 academic sources (books, book chapters, academic articles, and journals) and at least 5 non-academic sources (survey data, public opinion polls, exit polls, non-academic reports)
