Interest Group Networks: Diffusion of Ideas and Influence
Investigators
Janet M. Box-Steffensmeier
Dino P. Christenson
Description
We build on strong theories of network analysis to carefully examine the intertwined relationships among interest groups. Through the creation of a new network measure applicable to 55 years of interest group activity and a dataset of interest group characteristics, we provide scholars of interest groups an opportunity to study the relative impact of coalitions as they engage the governmental process.
NSF grant proposal under review.
