Question

interest groups and public policy
background information: interest groups use letters to encourage citizens to contact their representatives about policy issues. this sample letter shows how an interest group can encourage citizens to take action.
dear senator,
i am writing to urge you to oppose senate bill 375.
this bill removes a ban on importing foreign species of plants that are not native to the united states. if this policy is carried out, it could harm the environment. we know that foreign plant species can have a negative effect on our environment. they have the potential to force native species closer to endangered status.
how is this letter attempting to influence public policy? choose two correct answers.
it asks a lawmaker to take a specific action.
it raises money to campaign against a lawmaker.

Explanation:

The letter directly asks a law - maker (Senator) to oppose a specific bill (Senate Bill 375), which is a way to influence public policy. There is no mention of raising money to campaign against a lawmaker in the letter.

Answer:

It asks a lawmaker to take a specific action.