Empirical and theoretical studies in EU lobbying
- 1 April 2007
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Informa UK Limited in Journal of European Public Policy
- Vol. 14 (3), 333-345
- https://doi.org/10.1080/13501760701243731
Abstract
The volume offers an analysis of large N empirical studies of interest groups in Europe. It calls for a shift from exploratory or descriptive interest studies to more confirmatory theory testing. Recognizing the continued European economic integration, globalization and the changing role of the state, we observed significant adaptations in interest mobilization and strategic behaviour. The various papers assess the logic of collective and direct action, the logic of access and influence, the logic of venue shopping and alliance building. Specifically, the volume notes the emergence of élite pluralism in EU institutions, the pump priming of political action by EU institutions, and the growing political sophistication of private and public interests in a complex multi-level venue environment.Keywords
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