Which of the following would make up the three-way alliance known as an iron triangle?
A) Economic interests, citizen activists, and government interest groups
B) Lobbyists, interest groups, and court cases used to promote government action to help the interest of these groups
C) Interest groups, legislators, and members of the bureaucracy working to promote and protect their mutual interests
D) Political parties, interest groups, and voters who want their candidates to win
E) Citizens who have contacted members of Congress, presidential advisors, and members of the federal bureaucracy

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Iron triangles are composed of interest groups, legislators, and members of the bureaucracy working together to promote their mutual interests. These three groups work closely together and often form close relationships to protect their shared interests. This can create a system of influence where the interests of these three groups are prioritized over the interests of the general public.

Which of the Following Would Make Up the Three-Way Alliance