Select and describe an interest group that influences government policy in the U.S.

What is the interest of this group?
What is the role of interest groups in the public policy process?
How do they influence government policies?
How do interest groups fit into democratic system?
Have they been successful?
What techniques are used?

Support your essay by providing examples. Use modules, textbook and research to address the questions.
Requirements:

2-3 pages
Must be typed
Minimum 12 point font
Proper spelling & grammar
1 inch margins
Cite all sources,  including your textbook