What is the general paradox of how we think about Interest Groups and lobbyists?
a. We love them, but we don't donate money to them.
b. We hate them, except the ones that speak on our behalf.
c. We love what they do, but we don't like their methods.
d. We think Congress is honest, but the Interest Groups lie.
e. We think Congress lies, but the Interest Groups are honest.
Ans: b. We hate them, except the ones that speak on our behalf.
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