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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.

Unprecedented Lobbying Haul Puts 2022 On Track For Record Year

by DC Editors - May 8, 2022

Unprecedented Lobbying Haul Puts 2022 On Track For Record Year

This year is on track for record lobbying spending after lobbyists collectively clocked the biggest first quarter haul in history.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: Money Politics, Political Lobbying

Blue Origin And SpaceX Lobby For Government Contracts

by DC Editors - May 6, 2022

Blue Origin And SpaceX Lobby For Government Contracts

Blue Origin has steadily increased its presence in Washington since 2013, as Bezos and Musk vie for dominance in the space economy.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: Political Lobbying

Top Oil And Gas Companies Increase Lobbying Spending

by DC Editors - April 24, 2022

Top Oil And Gas Companies Increase Lobbying Spending

As Russia’s invasion of Ukraine upends the global energy market, giant oil and gas spent $12.4 million+ in lobbying in first quarter 2022.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: Political Lobbying

Chip Corporations Spent Big Lobbying Congress For Subsidies

by DC Editors - April 21, 2022

Chip Corporations Spent Big Lobbying Congress For Subsidies

Over the last few years, chip companies have spent $100 million on lobbying hoping to secure much more money in the form of subsidies.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: Money Politics, Political Lobbying

The Marijuana Industry Spends Millions Lobbying On Legalization

by DC Editors - April 8, 2022

The Marijuana Industry Spends Millions Lobbying On Legalization

Marijuana, cannabis industry spent $4.2million+ lobbying on a variety of issues and legislation in 2021, including Marijuana Opportunity, others.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: Political Lobbying

Intuit Spends Big Lobbying Amid Accusations Of Deceptive Advertising

by DC Editors - April 5, 2022

Intuit Spends Big Lobbying Amid Accusations Of Deceptive Advertising

FEC filed a complaint Monday saying TurboTax-owning company Intuit wrongly advertised its paid tax filing service as a free filing.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: American Corruption, Money Politics, Political Lobbying

GOP Accepted Millions From Oil And Gas Ahead Of Texas Primary

by DC Editors - March 6, 2022

GOP Accepted Millions From Oil And Gas Ahead Of Texas Primary

Oil and gas gave over $19 million or 93% of political contributions to state elections ahead of the Texas primary – to Republicans.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: American State Elections, Money Politics, Political Lobbying

Alaska Erases All Limits On Donations To Political Candidates

by DC Editors - March 6, 2022

Alaska Erases All Limits On Donations To Political Candidates

Alaska’s campaign finance laws commission has lifted all limits on donations to runners for governor, legislature and municipal races.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: American Corruption, Money Politics, Political Lobbying

Lobbyists Cutting Ties To Russian Pipeline After Cashing In

by DC Editors - February 26, 2022

Lobbyists Cutting Ties To Russian Pipeline After Cashing In

As Russia invades Ukraine lobbyists are distancing themselves from foreign companies partnering on Russia’s Nord Stream 2 project.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: American Corruption, Money Politics, Political Lobbying, Russia

Payday Lending Lobbyists Give Big To Key Members Of Congress

by DC Editors - February 23, 2022

Payday Lending Lobbyists Give Big To Key Members Of Congress

Some members of Congress collectively received over $3.4 million from the payday lending industry during their time in Congress.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: American Corruption, Money Politics, Political Lobbying

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