This is a hard question to answer. I'm torn between the President and the Citizens. However if I had to pick one I would say that the Citizens have the most influence on legislation. I believe they have the most influence because there are so many of us. If we all stand together on one issue then we certainly have the power to help change those things. In a way it's the governments duty to make sure the citizens are not only safe but happy. We have many rights include to peacefully protest. If we believe in something enough we have the power to change it.
2. What are possible advantages to having so many different groups
participate in the lawmaking process?
Some possible advantages to having many different groups participate is probably that the laws are safer and more reasonable. The bill has to go through many different steps before it becomes close to being passed. They make sure it's going to benefit the country and citizens rather than harm us or do damage. Having so many groups in a way is almost like having multiple security checks.
3. What are some of the disadvantages of having so many different groups participate in the lawmaking process?
Some disadvantages might be more on the inside than the outside. I'm sure while the bill is being inspected and discussed some may disagree with parts of it or all of it while others might completely agree. Therefore it could cause tension and take longer to decide if the bill should be passed or not.