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This article discusses the results of a survey of U.S. Congressional staff about the effectiveness of the mental health, developmental disabilities, aging, childrens, and AIDS communities in Washington, D.C. The mental health group was perceived to be the most divided and least effective, of the five. The author suggests advocacy strategies than can be helpful at all levels of government.
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Ross, E.C. Success and failure of advocacy groups: A legislative perspective. Adm Policy Ment Health 20, 57–66 (1992). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00706065
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