Congress and Lobbyists
All in the Family. The word “lobbyist” has a negative connotation in American politics. A lobbyist is simply a professional persuader who tries to get […]
Interest Groups
Interest Groups & Media
Multiple Choice. Here are some of the scenario-style questions meant to replicate real-life situations in government and politics: 1. A Washington-based reporter has spoken to […]
Amicus Curiae
Friend of the Court. Not all actions taken by interests groups revolve around campaign contributions or wealthy donors. In fact, most of the work of […]
Super PACs: Stewart & Colbert
Super PACs and Political Parody. Super PACs were made possible by the Citizens United decision. Super PACs may not make contributions to candidate campaigns or parties, […]
Open Secrets
The Power of Lobbying and Spending? OpenSecrets.org is a website created by the Center for Responsive Politics to ensure transparency in our campaign finance system. […]