Winning with Lobbyists, Readers Edition (Manual 4) supplements How to Successfully Lobby State Legislatures (Manual 3) by going deeper into the lawmaking process, but short of hiring a contract lobbyist. Manual 5 is for those hiring contractors. Explained are roles of clients (lobbyist employers and in-house government affairs staff), contract lobbyists, special interests, lawmakers, legislative staff, agency staff, Governor, campaign donations, ethics and corruption. Includes:
- 4 chapters on influencing lawmakers
- 2 chapters on corruption and ethics
- 2 chapters on lobbying regulatory agencies
- Overview of lobbying
- Understanding lobbyists
- Lobbying special interests and coalitions
- Lobbying legislative staff
- Lobbying the governor
Suitable for general readers, undergraduate students, and practitioners not employing contract lobbyists.
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Robert Guyer lobbied at the state, federal, and international levels both as an in-house and contract lobbyist. He has taught professional lobbying skills for 20 years. A graduate of the University of Florida he holds degrees in political science, civil engineering, and law; and is admitted to the practice of law in Florida and the District f Columbia. You may learn more about him, his Lobby School, and effective advocacy techniques at www.lobbyschool.com.