Lobbying is defined as ______.

A. the press's habit of waiting just outside congressional hearings to interview politicians as they depart
B. the movement of a bill back and forth between the House and the Senate
C. informal news conferences held by politicians on the steps of the legislature
D. appeals from citizens and groups to legislators for favorable policies and decisions


Answer: D

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