What is an organization whose members hold similar views on public issues and seek to influence the making and execution of public policy?
o social club
the media
O a quorum
interest group

one of the main reasons was definitely slavery. back in 1861, republican abraham lincoln was elected and ended up being a major influence in the slavery business. slavery greatly affected the texas economy because back in 1845 during the annexation of texas, slaves became a big part of the texas population. many texans that were in favor of the secession influenced groups through party ties.

a. always outside of government control.