I would disagree, I think it's a label attached to those people that actively attempt to influence policy making on behalf of their client's interests. Just of

I would disagree, I think it's a label attached to those people that actively attempt to influence policy making on behalf of their client's interests. Just offering specialized input would be consulting. And the way I see it: company and industry group lobbying works just fine, but there is a significant lack of public interest lobbying.