Understanding Lobbying

What is the primary goal of lobbying?

• To create confusion in legislative processes

• To replace elected officials with lobbyists

• To influence government officials to make favorable policy decisions

• To entertain government officials

Who can engage in lobbying activities?

• Only wealthy individuals

• Only government officials

• Anyone, from individuals to groups

• Only corporations

Which of the following is a legal way to influence government officials?

• Ignoring officials

• Threatening officials

• Hefty campaign contributions

• Direct bribes

What is one of the main criticisms of current lobbying practices?

• It is too inexpensive

• A few major interest groups hold too much power

• It is too transparent

• It encourages too much public participation

How can individuals make a difference in lobbying?

• By ignoring political issues

• By joining groups with similar causes and lobbying for them

• By only supporting wealthy interest groups

• By avoiding any political involvement