Rachel Zellie, Chapter 8, Question #7

I found it interesting to learn that, "When it comes to interest group politics, it pays to be small." In America it is assumed that majority rules, the bigger you or what you are fighting for is the more recognition you will gain from politicians. Learning that the smaller you are the better you are I thought was kind of crazy to think about. Then when Wheelan explained Gary Becker's theory this idea made more sense regarding why small groups are so successful. Small groups are the most successful because the cost of pleasing them is spread across so many differnet people it isn't very noticeable, so it is easier to pay a subsidy without any disputes because many are unaware of it. I also learned that no matter who you are you belong to a small group and I just find that really cool because that means despite being within a small group your voice can still be heard in politics and the free market.