The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Let's Change How Washington Does Business

By Gary D. Bass

The lobbying scandals that have roiled Washington in the past year have amply demonstrated just how uneven the lobbying field is. Nonprofit groups that don't have money or connections often lose out to business leaders and other wealthy people who can buy access to lawmakers. As a result, citizen groups often have far less ability to influence public policy...

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