Which of the following statements about the relationship between lobbyists and members of Congress is most accurate?
A. Lobbyists can provide a valuable democratic function by keeping members of Congress informed about important issues.
B. Members of Congress are not allowed to receive any gifts or donations from registered lobbyists.
C. After leaving Congress, a former congressperson can immediately accept a position as a congressional lobbyist.
D. A former congressional staffer can become a congressional lobbyist immediately after leaving the staff job.
E. Despite popular views of congressional corruption, it has been several decades since a member of Congress has been formally charged with inappropriately receiving gifts from lobbyists.
Answer: A
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