Special interests impact policy-making by lobbying for specific agendas, often shaping legislation to favor their priorities. These groups—ranging from corporations to advocacy organizations—employ various tactics, such as funding campaigns and providing research, to sway lawmakers. While they can facilitate informed decision-making, they may also promote inequality in the political arena, where the interests of the wealthy and powerful overshadow broader public needs. This influence can lead to legislation that prioritizes special interests over common good, distorting democratic processes and outcomes.