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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.
The 10 Biggest Election Donors in New Jersey
Take a look at the top lobbyists and election donors in New Jersey’s famously corrupt system
California Medical Industry in Massive Election Spending
How your local politicians have been bought and sold by the California medical industry
Major Increase in Political Donations From Contractors in New Jersey
In the last year New Jersey was flooded with political donations from contractors
Congress’ Longest Serving Independent Slams Supreme Court
Longtime independent slams Supreme Court abolishing federal campaign spending limits
Secrecy Prevents Full Account of Koch Brother Power
Koch Brother power and access to lawmakers is largely secret though signs are clear
Comparison of Koch Brothers and Union Political Spending
Look at past campaign donations by billionaire Koch brothers and union members who fight them
Minnesota Lawmaker’s Two Decade Battle For Lobbyist Limits
Politician launched battle for lobbyist limits 20 years ago but Citizens United now threatens all
Dozens in Congress Directly Related to Lobbyists
Over 100 lobbyists benefit as Congress directly related to lobbyists by family ties
Lobbyist Guides Hundreds of Millions From Koch Brothers
Single lobbyists spends untold millions from Koch Brothers on political races nationwide