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How lobbying works, with super-lobbyist Tony Podesta

The Gray Area with Sean Illing

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The Politics of Lobbying in Washington

Lobbying is a huge industry in Washington. The amount of money spent on lobbying has exploded over the past few years. Lobbying gives folks who can pay for lobbies and an ability to get on the schedule, says John Avlon. He argues that people should worry about what members of congress or staffors will do when their tour of duty in government is over.

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