The nation’s 10 largest oil and gas companies and their employees have given the Democratic candidates barely more than $165,000 over the last six years.
Political Lobbying articles on Democracy Chronicles
Political lobbying is a legal practice of petitioning the government enshrined in the Constitution but has been supersized in the modern era by well-financed lobbies having outsized impact on government decision making. Efforts to highlight and correct the oversized impact that the powerful few have over government will be highlighted in this section. Also see our sections on American democracy and Money Politics.
Ex-Coal Lobbyist to Lead US Environment Regulator
Confirmation cheered by business interests eager to see reduced regulation, but upset Democrats and conservation groups worried of environmental rollbacks.
Trump Officials Not Following Pledge to Turn Down Lobbying Jobs
By the ProPublica count just released, at least 230 former and current registered lobbyists have worked in the Donald Trump administration.
Why Are 4 Corporate Lobbyists Serving as Trump Cabinet Secretaries?
With the departure of Defense Secretary James Mattis, industry lobbyists now make up four of President Trump’s cabinet secretaries.
Big Donors Staying on Sidelines in Early Days of 2020 Primary
The presidential primary is jolting to life without a traditional mainstay: the big money donor class. More specifically, their contribution checks.
Google Led Record Breaking Tech Industry Lobbying Blitz in 2018
Five of the biggest technology giants in the U.S. spent a combined $64.3 million on lobbying government officials in 2018 with Google the biggest donor.
Are Voting Machine Lobbyists Undermining Georgia’s Democracy?
In the past decade, the largest manufacturer of voting machines in the country, has routinely wined and dined a select group of Georgia lawmakers.
Coke-funded Group Swayed China’s Obesity Efforts, Papers Say
Coke funded group undermined China’s efforts to keep obesity rates in check by overemphasizing importance of physical activity rather than dietary habits.
Palm Oil Lobby Utilizing Tobacco and Alcohol Lobby Tactics
Palm oil industry is deploying tactics similar to those of the alcohol and tobacco industries to influence research into the health effects of its product.
US Cuba Lobby Celebrates a Farm Bill Win Despite Worsening Ties
U.S. legislation funding $867 billion in food and agriculture programs scheduled to be signed by U.S. President Donald Trump this week.