Question: Which interest groups would focus on what agency?

Answer: Some interest groups might focus on multiple agencies, but to give you an idea of who they might influence:

NAM could target the Federal Trade Commission which regulates businesses.

NAACP and ACLU might contact the Department of Justice which makes sure that rights are not violated.

Environmental groups could target the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) which monitors pollution and the safety of the environment.

AARP might lobby the Social Security Administration. 

NOTE: Some issues, such as abortion, have interests on both sides, as seen with both the National Right to Life Committee and NARAL Pro-Choice America. 

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