Arizona solar lobbyists and opponents are spending big to gain influence amid government energy battle
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.
Farm Bill Lobbying is in Full Swing in Congress
Agriculture and others with interests in Farm Bill lobbying have field day with divided Congress
AARP Tied to Koch Lobbying Network
Unusual relationship between powerful AARP and the Koch lobbying network has been revealed
Big Oil Lobbyists Target Californian Climate Laws
Major changes in the energy landscape of giant California are prize to be won for high spending big oil lobbyists
Questions of Transparency For Illinois Redistricting Lobbying
Analysis finds that reporting by donors on Illinois redistricting lobbying donations is lacking
Marijuana Legalization Lobby in Federal Legislation Push
Democrats are feeling increasing pressure for action thanks to the marijuana legalization lobby
Anthem Insurance Lobbyists Spend Big Money in Politics
Healthcare industry spending millions to influence politicians led by Anthem insurance lobbyists
Big Money is Making State Court Judges More Partisan
State court judges across the country are being influenced by influx of election campaign donation money
Behind the Decline in California Dark Money Donations
A troubling influx of California dark money into state elections has subsided for the most part
Coal Lobbyists Battle Global Warming Legislation Amid Decline
The few wealthy owners of mines hire an army of Big Coal lobbyists to save their shrinking industry