I think two things happen: 1. They say they are opposed to regulations publicly, but indicate they will "compromise" privately. 2. They lobby against some regu

I think two things happen: 1. They say they are opposed to regulations publicly, but indicate they will "compromise" privately. 2. They lobby against some regulations and against others. Here is an example of a business openly asking for more regulation: https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-51518773 https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-51518773 I actually agree with some of his arguments, but I do not think his motives are exactly pure.