These groups have a great deal of power. Depending on the circumstances that caused the group to form may depend on the amount of power they posses. Our social structure even seems to encourage groups to form and be recognized for their specialization and diversity.
Political practices permit groups to form with ease and freedom.
It is a very basic part of our governmental and political process. These organized groups form for a variety of reasons, many are based on shared attitudes and objectives. The governmental agencies are good vehicles for these groups to work through to achieve their objectives. These special interest groups create new ideas and make things better by not always looking at things the same old way. Some politicians do not like these interest groups because they want things to stay the same.