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The book, which has drawn praise for its inviting and accessible style, thoroughly examines the lobbying scene: the settings in which lobbying takes place, the types and styles of lobbyists, the broad range of approaches and techniques used by lobbyists, and the role and influence of lobbying in our system of representative democracy. A favorite among professors and students alike, The Third House is a great choice as a supplement for courses on state politics or interest groups.
Playing Politics
Playing Politics
In addition to building relationships with legislators, lobbyists also enter into the game of politics itself in order to improve their odds in the legislative arena. One way they do this is through election campaigns, where the stakes have become increasingly high for legislators. With careers in public office becoming more appealing, legislators have a lot riding on winning. By the same token, as Republicans and Democrats become increasingly competitive, each party has a lot riding on gaining (or maintaining) control of the state houses and senates.
Because elections are so important, the role of lobbyists and clients in campaigns has meaning apart from relationship building. In the first place, lobbyists and the groups they represent give—and give generously—to the campaign war chests ...
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