Question

several oil companies donate to a pro fracking interest group after hearing that the federal government plans to pass a law banning fracking in the united states. the interest group then appeals to members of congress in attempt to get them to vote against the bill. Which of the floolwing democratic ideals does this scenario best exemplify

Answer 1

Republicanism

Step-by-step explanation:

In theory of Republicanism, this system allows for citizens to join in groups attempting to influence policymaking, by representatives of their choice. However, in practice, this has shown to be a way for big capital owners to put pressure on representatives and manipulate policies to sustain their interests, oftentimes, in prejudice of the public well interest.