iron triangle
The 'iron triangle' describes a powerful and persistent relationship among three key players in the U.S. policy-making process: congressional committees, government agencies, and interest groups.
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Definition
C1U.S. Politics
(technical, academic)A stable relationship among congressional committees, government agencies, and interest groups that influences policy-making.
Example
- The iron triangle often ensures that certain policies remain unchanged for long periods.
C1General
(extended)Any self-reinforcing power structure involving three entities.
Example
- The company's management, suppliers, and key clients formed an iron triangle, making it hard for competitors to break in.