Author Question: Why do former staff members of elected officials make good lobbyists? a. They are well-informed ... (Read 44 times)

fasfsadfdsfa · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

Why do former staff members of elected officials make good lobbyists?

a. They are well-informed of a variety of issues that are important to the legislature.
b. They have a strong network of resources built from on-the-job experience.
c. They are hard workers and good researchers.
d. They have a vested interest in the political process.

Question 2

Why do interest groups no longer hire as many of their own members as lobbyists?

a. Interest group members are not as informed about the issues.
b. It is not cost effective.
c. Advocacy has become a year-round activity and costs have increased.
d. Policies have limited the access of interest group members.