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lobbyist

noun as in special interest representative

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Indeed, Valachovic notes that lobbyists and researchers for insurance companies have been frequent contributors to the testimony about the proposal, arguing strongly in favor of removing all combustible materials near homes.

Employers who had someone working for them “for election-related purposes” violate the provision — such as a lobbyist who suggests certain groups aren’t eligible to vote early — could face a fine of up to $10,000.

From Salon

A lobbyist for the California State Sheriffs’ Assn., which opposed the bill, told lawmakers in July that incarcerated firefighters already are “receiving compensation in different ways.”

In 2013, Queen Elizabeth II gave permission for the role to be reinstated with the holder "expected to act as a highly placed lobbyist for the interests of the city", according to the council.

From BBC

According to Politico, three lobbyists familiar with recent meetings between food industry insiders and the White House described a sector on edge, anxious about what they see as potential government overreach via MAHA.

From Salon

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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