Assignment:
Question 1. "Unofficial Actors" answer the following:
• Using Anti-Bullying Policy as an example, please assess the degree of influence that the news media has on this policy.
• Identify a policy issue where unofficial actors have made a significant presence in changing a federal or state policy.
Question 2. "Interest Groups"
Pick a policy of your choice and identify the following:
• The top three interest groups dedicated to the policy
• The relative power and influence of each interest group
• The main venue each uses to influence public policy