Political Pressure
/ˌpɒlɪˈtɪkəl ˈprɛʃər/
Definitions
- (n.) The exertion of influence or coercion by government entities or political actors to affect decision-making, often outside formal legal processes.
The company faced political pressure to comply with new environmental regulations before they were enacted.
Forms
- political pressure
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Commentary
Political pressure often operates through informal or semi-formal channels and can impact legal outcomes or policymaking without direct legal authority.
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