Background Information
Lobbying involves an effort to sway government action by communicating on behalf of an organized interest group. Use the following sources to learn more about lobbying and the political, legal, and social issues surrounding it.
- CQ Researcher This link opens in a new windowProvides topic overviews, background, current issues, and bibliographies for further research.
- The Encyclopedia of Political ScienceProvides extensive background on a variety of political topics, including many related to lobbying.
- Gale Encyclopedia of American LawIncludes background information on lobbying, various lobbying organizations, and related individuals.
- Elections A to ZIncludes a substantial entry on interest groups and their influence on elections.
- Congress Official WebsiteThe United States Congress' official government website. Allows searches for current and past legislation.