1. Explain how special interest lobbying affects political campaigning, as well as, decision-making in Washington, D.C. in "Marco Rubio Tells Val Demings in Debate "Gun Control Laws Don't Work" article.

2. Explain how special interest lobbying affects political campaigning, as well as, decision-making in Washington, D.C.

3. Explain how special interest lobbying affects political campaigning, as well as, decision-making in state level governments

4. Explain the relationship between Citizens United and special interests/lobbying in terms of political campaigning and decision-making in Washington, D.C.

5. Discuss your perspective on special interests/lobbying. Is it good/okay/problematic? Do you agree/disagree with the news article author's suggestions regarding reducing the influence of special interest groups/lobbyists? Explain.

6. Have special interest groups changed over time, or are the same groups still attempting to influence the political process election cycle after election cycle? Explain.