Interest groups

A  are the only entities that have the constitutional right to bring a suit against the federal government when policies are pursued that are unpopular with the American people.

B  function with the disadvantage that our government operates with so few points at which pressure can be applied to influence the decisions of government.

C  would greatly increase in numbers if the Supreme Court would reverse its position and allow the First Amendment to be interpreted to protect their activities.

D  are viewed by the pluralist theory as largely irrelevant in explaining the actions of American government and politics.

E  allow individuals’ opinions to appear more powerful as they join with other like-minded individuals and attempt to influence the course of governmental policy.