Brock has completed an impressive study of lobbying in the contemporary Congress. Focused on agricultural policy, Farmed Out provides a rich and detailed account of how rising partisanship on Capitol Hill has made lobbyists key coalition builders. Lobbyists and interest groups increasingly function as important go-betweens and negotiators among lawmakers and have had to adapt their strategies to deal with a more challenging policymaking environment. This book is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the contemporary lobbying environment in Washington.
Clare R. Brock is an Assistant Professor of American Politics and Public Policy at Colorado State University. Her work focuses on the intersection of lobbying, partisanship, and policymaking, especially in the food and agricultural space. Prior to joining CSU, she was an Assistant Professor at Texas Woman's University.
