This book studies the current paradox within the voting literature on campaign contributions and legislative voting behavior. Specifically, while journalists and observers believe that the contributions significantly influence congressional votes, empirical evidence compiled by political scientists has generally failed to identify a systematic linkage between the two. At the same time, the amount of money contributed by interest groups is increasing and polls indicate that the public is becoming more cynical about the process.
This book studies the current paradox within the voting literature on campaign contributions and legislative voting behavior. Specifically, while jour...
As close observers of the legislative process, political scientists have developed a detailed understanding of the tactics employed by interest group lobbyists, but our comprehension of the strategies employed by those using these tactics has not expanded at the same rate. Strategizing Influence in Legislative Lobbying fills this gap by providing a nuanced understanding of how governmental advocates develop their lobbying strategies. Through in-depth analysis of context specific data from surveys of and interviews with California lobbyists, the author explores how context, targets, and...
As close observers of the legislative process, political scientists have developed a detailed understanding of the tactics employed by interest group ...
