Discussion 1: "Unofficial Actors" Please respond to the following
• Evaluate the reliability of the most popular forms of media outlets. Suggest two (2) media outlets-i.e., traditional and / or social media-that you deem the most complete and trustworthy. Justify your response.
• From the first e-Activity, select one (1) interest group, and suggest the one (1) form of media that you believe would generate the most public attention toward your chosen interest group's advocated cause(s). Provide justification for your response.
Discussion 2: "Interest Groups" Please respond to the following
• Analyze the concept of iron triangle style of government. Compare and contrast the iron triangle concept to sub-government network. Support your comparison with specific examples that illustrate both styles of government.
• From the second e-Activity, estimate the level of your chosen political action committees' (PAC) power and influence in the public policy arena. Infer the significant effects of super PACs on the development of public policy overall. Provide a rationale for your response.