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216
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Public interest groups have flourished in North Carolina because of the political climate and because most groups focus on statewide issues rather than local or regional issues.
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North Carolina (NoCar F 251 W4), Vol. 50 Issue 5, May 1992, p12-13
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1364
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Yeoman discusses the financial power of several prominent North Carolina families and the political advantages that may be gained by making campaign contributions.
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Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 12 Issue 2, Jan 1994, p7-11, por Periodical Website
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4046
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Large-organized groups and special interests are not the only ones who lobby legislators, Private citizens do, also. Among the things citizens should know before lobbying : whether it is best to write, call, or meet the legislator; what both sides of the issue are; and how the legislative process works.
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Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 49 Issue 2, Feb 1999, p6-7, il
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26764
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The North Carolina Wildlife Federation will use a computer during lobbying efforts. The computer prints mailing lists on labels, facilitating quick and more efficient polling.
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Friend O’ Wildlife (NoCar Oversize SK 431 F74x), Vol. 30 Issue 1, Jan/Feb 1983, p16, por
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36278
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The justice system in North Carolina got its day in court through an examination of its inadequately funded courts. It’s a factor making North Carolina among the lowest ranking states for spending. As for where that low per capita spending’s impact can be most keenly felt, the author asserted it’s those seated at the counselor’s bench.
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36457
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This nonprofit organization, established nearly a decade earlier, sustained success due to its celebration, education, and advocacy of life on two wheels for both urban and commuter cyclists. Events included coordinating community rides such as the Bike of the Irish. Lobbying for transportation policy changes yielded the Hominy Creek Greenway and the non-profit’s collaboration with the city council in the creation of Asheville’s Comprehensive Bicycle Plan.