Lobbyist

Person who seeks to influence political events

• Democrat Party

• Lobbyist

• Watchdog

• Republican Party

What role does a lobbyist play in impacting public policy?

• They try to convince legislators to introduce, or vote against a bill

• They introduce new bills on the floor of the Senate

• They carry messages to the President from Congress

• They make sure there are no unethical practices in Congress

What is the title of Ms. Slaboda’s job?

• Plaintiff

• Lobbyist

• Regulator

• Lawyer

The primary goal of interest groups is to influence

• the president.

• public opinion.

• public policy.

• corporations.

What is the best title for the illustration?

• How the Interest Groups Influence Public Policy

• How to Get Elected to Office

• How the Media Influences Public Policy

• How Officials Influence Public Policy

The people who represent special interest groups and who contact lawmakers and other government officials in hopes of influencing the outcome of a public policy being made are called _____.

• Special Interest Group Leaders

• Congress

• Lobbyists

• The Three Branches

What is the primary function of a lobbyist in the political process?

• To draft legislation

• To influence lawmakers

• To enforce laws

• To conduct elections

Which of the following is a common method used by lobbyists to influence legislation?

• Voting in elections

• Organizing protests

• Providing expert information

• Running for office

Lobbyists are often employed by which type of organizations?

• Government agencies

• Non-profit organizations

• Interest groups

• Political parties

What is a key ethical concern associated with lobbying?

• Transparency in government

• Conflict of interest

• Voter turnout

• Judicial independence