Linkage Institutions
Definition
Linkage institutions are channels through which citizens' concerns become political issues on the government's agenda, such as political parties, interest groups, and the media.
Analogy
Imagine linkage institutions as bridges connecting people's concerns to the government. Just like bridges facilitate movement from one place to another, linkage institutions facilitate the flow of public opinion into politics.
Related terms
Interest Groups: Organizations that advocate for specific policy interests or social causes.
Media Bias: The tendency for media outlets to present news stories with a particular slant or perspective.
Electoral Systems: The rules governing how elections are conducted and how votes are translated into seats in government.
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- What are linkage institutions primarily responsible for in a political system?
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