Discussion Questions:

Judicial Decision-Making: How do judges decide cases? Consider the role of legal precedents, judicial discretion, and statutory interpretation. How do external factors, such as public opinion and political pressures, influence judicial rulings?

Legislative Branch & U.S. Congress: Discuss the function of the legislative branch of government. What is the structure of the U.S. Congress, and how does it operate in the lawmaking process?

Role of Interest Groups & Lobbyists: What role do interest groups and lobbyists play in the legislative process? How do they influence decision-making in Congress? Provide examples of how lobbying has shaped recent policies or laws.