Question

What are some of the ways lobbyists influence and pressure government bodies? Check all that apply.

Supplying government officials and the public with information
Proposing and helping write new laws
Meeting with legislators to try to influence their views
Voting to pass laws in Congress
Filling key staff roles for senators and representatives

Answer 1

Select the following:

- Supplying government officials and the public with information
- Proposing and helping write new laws
- Meeting with legislators to try to influence their views

Not applicable:
- Voting to pass laws in Congress — only elected members vote.
- Filling key staff roles for senators and representatives — lobbyists may sometimes become former staff through the “revolving door,” but they do not typically serve as staff while acting as lobbyists.