Lobbying and Ethics Laws
This forum was part of American University’s biannual workshop focusing on lobbying strategies used in the nation’s capital.
James Thurber talked about lobby reform and ethical issues regarding members of Congress. He spoke about previous efforts to change lobbying practices… read more
James Thurber talked about lobby reform and ethical issues regarding members of Congress. He spoke about previous efforts to change lobbying practices on Capitol Hill and discussed potential change in the 114th Congress. James Thurber is the author of numerous books on politics and government and served as a legislative assistant to former senators Bill Brock, Adlai Stevenson III, and Hubert Humphrey.
This forum was part of American University’s biannual workshop focusing on lobbying strategies used in the nation’s capital. close
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