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jwb375

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on: Jul 9, 2018
Briefly describe the role of lobbying in state and local politics. What strategies do lobbyists employ to influence government decisions?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Which organization(s) emerged in order to comply with laws regulating the contributions of interest groups to campaigns?
 
  a. Common Cause
  b. Watchdog groups
  c. Political action committees
  d. Peak associations


Hikerman221

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Reply #1 on: Jul 9, 2018
Answer to Question 1

An ideal response would be:
 Importance of lobbying in present-day politics
 The common misconception of lobbying
 What constitutes lobbying
 The influence of lobbyists on state and local level politics
 Example of direct and indirect strategies used by lobbyists

Answer to Question 2

Answer: c


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