Developing a plan to address an issue with a new public policy involves many groups and individuals, including elected officials, interest groups and private citizens.

To reach agreements and ensure that the needs of the community are met, the government will most likely

issue executive orders.
seek compromises.
ask the courts for help.
request advice of experts.

the respondent is the party against whom a petition is filed

interest groups send representatives to state capitals and to washington, d.c. to put pressure on members of congress and other policymakers. they engage in lobbying, or the organized process of influencing legislation or policy. lobbying can take many forms. interest groups can testify in congressional hearings.

protected civil liberties and outlawed slavery in the new territories.