I chose the International Brotherhood of Teamsters from Table 8.1 of our text. I learned that they originated in 1903, and are a "strong and diverse" labor union. They work with freight drivers and warehouse workers, but have worked with those in all types of occupations. There are 1900 affiliate offices in the US and Canada. The International Brotherhood of Teamsters work to enforce contracts between and employee and their employer; such as guaranteeing decent wages, promotions, health care, job security, retirement and paid time off. I found it interesting that since this is such a large group, they offer valuable things at a discounted rate just for being a member, such as health care, 401k, even discounts on having taxes prepared.
An interest group in which I associate, would be Right to Life. As a mother, and pro life believer, I feel strongly about what they stand for, and the work that is put in to getting the message across. The key to their persuasion is simple, life. Just because it is a fetus and still inside the womb, it is very much a living person. A woman's right to privacy does not give her the right to kill and innocent child.
I believe interest groups have just the right amount of power. There have been times where I feel the beliefs of others have been shoved down my throat so to speak, but it hasn't necessarily influenced my views. After all, that is what makes our country so great, we can express our views (peacefully), without persecution. I'm sure there are those that may disagree, but that is only my opinion.
Blogs I commented on:
-Mona Manwill
-Stacey Clark
-Taylor Wilson
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