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I agree. This is how we are setup. U.S foriegn policy is important for trade, immigration, war, sanctions, etc. There is no other way to get your story through
by perseusprime11 9y ago
I agree. This is how we are setup. U.S foriegn policy is important for trade, immigration, war, sanctions, etc. There is no other way to get your story through without lobbying.
- colanderman 9y agoIsn't that the purpose of diplomats? "The main functions of diplomats are: representation and protection of the interests and nationals of the sending state; initiation and facilitation of strategic agreements; treaties and conventions; promotion of information; trade and commerce; technology" [1] Why are we permitting lobbyists to usurp this role? [1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diplomat https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diplomat
- tw04 9y ago>Why are we permitting lobbyists to usurp this role? Why do we allow lobbying to exist at all? Because politicians make the laws, and lobbyists enrich them. If someone said "hey, would you like to have other people give you free gifts every day, or would you like to make that illegal?" - what is your response going to be? Lobbying will literally be the downfall of our democracy. Here's hoping other countries learn from that brutal mistake.
- libertyEQ 9y agoIf you ever call you congress critter, that is considered lobbying, no? "Spamming" and abuse of all kinds are the price paid for a free society.
- tw04 9y agoNo, it actually isn't. To actually lobby Congress on behalf of a company you need to register as a lobbyist. Very, VERY different than a constituent calling their representative.