What
is Lobbying?
Lobbying, or governmental
relations, means communicating with lawmakers with a purpose.
This is a necessary activity in any democracy.
The term “lobbyist” was coined in Washington, D.C.’s
elegant Willard Hotel. Ulysses S. Grant took his brandy and cigars in the
ornate hotel, and those who wanted to get his attention soon learned to
wait for him to pass through the hotel lobby. Through the years, these “lobbyists” have
sometimes acquired a bad name. Not so with David Bailey Associates. We
have longstanding, mutually respectful relationships with legislators
and governmental officials, who recognize that they can turn to David
Bailey Associates for truthful, detailed information about the issues
of the day. Our professional, registered lobbyists have time to study
your issues, visit lawmakers, and keep up with changes that occur in
bills as they make their way through the process. We know how to make
the best possible presentation of your point of view.
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