Waiting in the Lobby
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- Identifier
- JML.MS1133-0511
- Barcode
- JML.MS1133-0511
- Title
- Waiting in the Lobby
- Description
- Text of a lecture delivered to the Sphex Club in Lynchburg. This academic paper by David T. Petty, Jr. delves into the complex world of lobbying in the United States, tracing its evolution from early practices to its contemporary state. Petty critiques the massive growth of the lobbying industry, its impact on legislation, and the challenges in regulating this sphere due to its roots in constitutional rights. He shares personal experiences with lobbying efforts, highlighting the nuanced roles lobbyists play in shaping legislation. The paper discusses various attempts at reform, including the Federal Regulation of Lobbying Act and recent legislative efforts, while emphasizing the importance of transparency and public scrutiny in mitigating undue influence on the political process.
- Date
- 21 October 1993
- Creator
- Petty, David T. Jr.
- Location
- Lynchburg, Va.
- Digital Format
- Language
- English
- Publisher
- George M. Jones Library Association
- Repository
- George M. Jones Library Association
- Rights
- https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/
- George M. Jones Library Association
- Rights Holder
- Petty, David T. Jr.
- George M. Jones Library Association
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