Lobbying is an activity conducted by interest groups aimed at influencing public officials and policies directly or indirectly. It involves persuasion, negotiation and communication with lawmakers to promote a specific cause or interest.
Related terms
Lobbyist: A person who is employed by an interest group or corporation to lobby for specific causes or policies on their behalf.
Political Action Committee (PAC): An organization that pools campaign contributions from members and donates those funds to campaigns for or against candidates, ballot initiatives, or legislation.
Grassroots Lobbying: A form of lobbying that focuses on influencing policy by mobilizing public pressure on government officials.