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Jen Briney | Our Corrupt Congress, The WTO, & The Push For Global Corporate Takeover
Jack Abramoff Interview, Lobbying and Voter Influence
Former lobbyist Jack Abramoff confirmed that direct communication from constituents to their congressmen significantly hinders the work of professional lobbyists. While corporations spend millions on campaign contributions, that money is primarily used to court votes through advertising, meaning the ultimate power still resides with the electorate. Government is described as a tool that will be used by special interests if the general public remains apathetic and refuses to participate.