Re-thinking Ideological Diversity in Group Theory

Implications of Clinton's Middle East Policy

Abstract

In addition to clarifying points of unity within political groups, group theory must incorporate an analysis of ideological diversity within political groups and policy domains. Group theorists can begin to do so by attending to groups as dynamic players in a developing political process. Assumptions that differing groups will compete and thereby weaken public positioning must also by challenged. This article uses a case study of American pro-Israel politics to explore the expanded theory.