The most recent programs for the Lobbying Tag http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=1357 en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:24:18 GMT Beth Leech talked about her book, [Lobbyists at Work], in which she profiles various lobbyists working in Washington, DC, to highlight the role they play in our political system. During this event, hosted by the American Civil Liberties Union, Professor Leech was interviewed by the American Civil Liberties Union's (ACLU) Laura Murphy, who is profiled in the book. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312737-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312737-1 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Telephone lines were open for viewer comments on the 2013 National Rifle Association convention in Houston, and the group's preparations for the 2014 elections. C-SPAN Radio's Bobbi Jackson previewed the Sunday morning talk shows. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312547-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312547-2 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Sarah Bryner talked about the rules and restrictions on lobbying that apply to current and former members of Congress. Topics included the number of former members who lobby, the groups they lobby for, and laws and ethical standards on lobbying and relationships that apply to current and former members. Nancy Calo read news headlines from C-SPAN Radio at the end of the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310953-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310953-4 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Kevin Bogardus was interviewed by telephone about the effect lobbyists were having on congressional immigration reform efforts. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310847-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310847-1 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Representative Jerry Lewis (R-CA), who was retiring at the close of the 112th Congress, reflected on his 24-year career in the House of Representatives. He had been the chairman and the ranking Republican on the House Appropriations Committee and was interviewed in House Appropriations Committee Chairman's office in the U.S. Capitol. He talked about the appropriation process, lobbying, and the value of bipartisanship. Other topics included how the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks changed the operations in the U.S. Capitol. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309692-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309692-1 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Anna Palmer talked about corporate clients who are paying lobbyists in Washington to protect their interests in the "fiscal cliff" negotiations. New political commercials on the issue were shown. She responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. At the end of the program C-SPAN Radio's Nancy Calo previewed Sunday morning political talk shows. "Fiscal cliff" referred to the impending tax increases and budget cuts at the end of 2012 if Congress failed to reach a budget agreement. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309857-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309857-4 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Lee Drutman talked about the industries and groups lobbying during the "fiscal cliff" negotiations in hopes that their interests will be spared in any resolution, and he responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. Topics included how lobbyists could complicate any deal-making, money spent lobbying in the 112th Congress, and lobbying versus bribery. "Fiscal cliff" referred to impending tax increases and budget cuts at the end of 2012 if Congress failed to reach a budget agreement. Nancy Calo read news headlines from C-SPAN Radio at the end of the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309738-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309738-3 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Lobbyists and political strategists, former congressional staff members, talked about the impact of the 2012 election results on lobbyists and their clients. Topics included the possibility of an agreement being reached to avoid the "fiscal cliff," the impending tax increases and budget cuts at the end of 2012 triggered by the debt ceiling agreement if Congress can not reach a new budget agreement. "Lobbying, Advocacy and Engagement" was a panel of CQ Roll Call's "Election Impact Conference," held in the Ronald Reagan Building. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309338-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309338-5 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Stephanie Vance discussed the potential boons and drawbacks of having special interest lobby groups in Washington, D.C. Focus was given to how the lobby groups benefit the political process, rather than detract from it. Viewer questions were taken via telephone and electronic devices. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306939-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306939-5 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Amy Harder, author of "Your Cheatin' Heart" published in [National Journal] on May 18, talked about the oil industry. Topics included what she called the oil industry's "special relationship" with the Republican Party, and how big oil has begun to work with the Obama administration, and how money from the oil industry impacts broader politics. She also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306135-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306135-5 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Gautham Nagesh talked about Facebook's lobbying efforts on Capitol Hill as the company prepares for its initial public offering (IPO), and he answered questions from viewers. Some of the topics he discussed the amount of money spent, specific issues of interest and the political connections of the company's leadership. Russ Choma was interviewed by phone about the money telecommunication technology companies such as Google, Microsoft, Facebook, IBM, and Hewlett Packard spend on lobbying. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306061-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306061-5 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Howard Marlowe talked about the role of federal lobbying, and he responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. Topics included legislation that affects the industry, and changes the industry itself is proposing that would alter law that governs those engaged in lobbying Congress and senior officials in the Executive Branch. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305883-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305883-5 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Telephone lines were open for comments on corruption in Washington, D.C. The question stemmed from a new book written by Jack Abramoff, a former lobbyist convicted in 2006 of mail fraud and conspiracy, on his prescriptions for curing the problem of money in Washington, D.C., politics. Clips of Mr. Abramoff talking about his book were shown. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303683-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303683-2 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Once the most influential lobbyist in Washington, Jack Abramoff presents an inside look at the lobbying industry and the power it has on Capitol Hill. He discussed his insights with Eliza Newlin Carney, staff writer for [CQ] and [Roll Call], covering lobbying and influence. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303101-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303101-1 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Former lobbyist Jack Abramoff talked about government corruption. In 2006 Mr. Abramoff was convicted of fraud, tax evasion, and conspiracy to bribe public officials. He is the author of [Capitol Punishment: The Hard Truth about Washington Corruption from America's Most Notorious Lobbyist]. He was interviewed by Lawrence Lessig and also responded to questions from members of the audience. "Lawrence Lessig Interrogates Jack Abramoff About Corruption" was the first event in the Edmond J. Safra Center for Ethics series "In the Dock." It was held in the Ames Courtroom of the Harvard Law School. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303041-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303041-1 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Lawrence Lessig talked about his latest book about the influence of money on Congress, in which he argued that large amounts of money, fueled by recent changes in campaign finance rules, can secure legislative influence in the U.S. government. He criticized powerful business interests that sponsor corporate lobbyists and suggested that widespread citizen mobilization and a new Constitutional Convention would allow people to regain control of "the corrupted but redeemable representational system." He also talked about clerking for Justice Antonin Scalia at the Supreme Court, and Judge Richard Posner on the 7th Circuit Court. He offered views on the Obama administration's accomplishments, and the influence his father had upon him while growing up in central Pennsylvania. Lawrence Lessig earned a B.A. and B.S. from the University of Pennsylvania, his M.A. from Cambridge University, and a J.D. from Yale University. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302043-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302043-1 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Bill Allison talked about foreign governments' lobbying members of the Congress and the Obama dministration, and the role of the Foreign Agents Registration Act. He also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299481-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299481-5 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Participants talked about federal lobbying rules and regulations. The panel included advocates for greater disclosure and stricter reporting by lobbyists. It also included speakers who say those efforts are unnecessary and burdensome. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298485-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298485-1 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Eric Lichtblau talked about lobbying by former members of Congress, diplomats, congressional staffers, and public officials for Middle Eastern and other nations on issues such as diplomacy, arms deals, terrorism and oil and trade restrictions. These countries include Egypt, Libya and Tunisia. He also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298366-6 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298366-6 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Sheila Krumholz talked about both the large groups and individuals currently donating money to political campaigns and movements around the country and buying advertisements. She said she expected the 2012 election campaigns to cost about six billion dollars. She also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. The program concluded with a video clip of actor Sam Waterston reading from President Lincoln's first inaugural address. It was part of a ceremony at the U.S. Capitol the previous day to mark the 150th anniversary of President Lincoln's inauguration. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298354-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298354-5 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Trevor Potter talked about the American Bar Association Task Force's recent report on recommended changes to the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (LDA) and the amendments to it in 2007. The report, "Lobbying Law in the Spotlight: Challenges and Proposed Improvements," was released on January 11, 2011, by a Task Force on Federal Lobbying Laws, organized by the American Bar Association's Section of Administrative Law and Regulatory Practice. He also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297559-6 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297559-6 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Alan Rosenblatt and Josh Koster talked about the use of and effects of social media on legislation. Topics included the use of Twitter, Facebook, and online ads. They answered questions from students at the end of the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297290-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297290-2 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Glen Caroline talked about grassroots lobbying. He focused on the National Rifle Association's grassroots structure, organizing efforts, and legislative successes. After his presentation he responded to questions from students. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297290-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297290-1 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Thomas Williams talked about Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) greenhouse effect regulations and the legislative process. Topics included key leaders, the political process, and the political context following midterm elections in which Republicans gained control of the House of Representatives. Afterward, Mr. Williams responded to questions from students. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297271-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297271-1 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Michael Berman talked about the evolution of federal lobbying rules and regulations. In his remarks he criticized new rules on Executive Branch lobbying created by the Obama administration. He also responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297274-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297274-3 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Mary Jane Volk outlined the steps needed to raise money for an advocacy organization. In her comments she talked about the importance of getting the money to back up the vision of what an organization hopes to accomplish and "seed" money," the process of asking for money from one's immediate circle of acquaintances. She responded to questions from students following her remarks. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297274-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297274-2 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Cornelius Kerwin talked about the importance of rule making and its effect on lobbying and the law. He outlined the roles of the president, the court system, agencies and interest groups, and the media in rule making. He cited the Environmental Protection Agency and the Clean Water Act as a good example of the rule making implementation. He responded to questions from students in the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297274-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297274-1 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT James Thurber talked to students about President Obama and his efforts to reform lobbying. He noted a number of lobbying scandals including former Representative Duke Cunningham, Jack Abramoff, lobbying by congressional members' spouses, and free travel. Following his prepared remarks, Professor Thurber answered questions from people in the class. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297264-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297264-2 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Patrick Griffin detailed the process of developing and implementing a strategic campaign message. He began the session by asking students questions about strategic messaging. In his remarks he provided examples of ways to frame issues, such as the military's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy on gay and lesbians as a civil rights debate, or referring to the estate tax as a "death tax." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297264-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297264-4 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Former Legislative Affairs Director for President Clinton Charles Brain talked to students about how the White House lobbies Congress for action on its legislative agenda. In his comments he spoke about the evolution of the legislative affairs office and ways that President Obama might work with the incoming 112th Congress. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297264-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297264-3 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Elizabeth Moler talked to students about lobbying efforts for global climate change legislation In her remarks she spoke about cap and trade legislation, the Environmental Protection Agency, and the effects of the 2010 election results on climate legislation. She responded to questions from members of the class. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297264-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297264-1 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Lobbyists Tony and Heather Podesta talked about their experiences as lobbyists in Washington, D.C., as well as the future of the profession. In their comments they compared lobbying to wearing a scarlet letter. They also responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295776-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295776-3 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT David Wenhold talked about efforts by the American League of Lobbyists and the Sunlight Foundation to change the Lobbying Disclosure Act, the effect of the change on lobbying, and the overall role of lobbyists. He also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. C-SPAN Radio's Nancy Calo read news headlines at the end of the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295008-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295008-4 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Steven Brill, participating from New York City, talked about his Time cover story on the lobbyist role in shaping financial reform legislation, and he responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. He asserts in"The Best Laws Money Can Buy," that lobbyists are a "bargain" for those who employ them because of their ability to understand how legislation would affect their clients financially. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294458-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294458-5 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Alex Gibney talked from New York City about the recently released documentary film he wrote and directed, [Casino Jack and the United States of Money]. It tells the story of Jack Abramoff, who since November 2006, had been in prison after pleading guilty to three felonies with regard to his lobbying efforts for several Indian tribes. He also pleaded guilty to conspiring to bribe a member of Congress. Mr. Abramoff was released from prison to a half-way house June 8, 2010. Alex Gibney runs Jigsaw Productions. A previous documentary, [Taxi to the Dark Side], won the Academy Award for Documentary Feature in 2008. In 2006, he was nominated for an Oscar for [Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room]. Mr. Gibney writes regularly for the [Huffington Post] and has also written for [New Republic], [Newsday], and [The Los Angeles Times]. His films include [Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson] starring Johnny Depp (2008). His current project is a documentary about former New York Governor Eliot Spitzer. Video clips were shown, including some that contain language that some may find offensive. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294005-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294005-1 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Sheila Krumholz talked about new research from the Center for Responsive Politics that showed the number of lobbying clients had grown to over 1,500, and the effects of lobbying on the health care legislative process. She also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292636-6 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292636-6 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Kathryn Jacob, curator of manuscripts at Harvard University's Schlesinger Library, recalls the political life of Sam Ward who during the mid-19th century was the most powerful lobbyist in Washington, DC. Ward, named the "King of the Lobby" was known for his interest in fine food and wine, which he shared with congressmen in the hopes of influencing their votes. Ms. Jacob reports that many politicians of the time felt that special interests would lead to the demise of democratic government and the press were equally critical of Sam Ward's lobbying. Kathryn Jacob discussed her book at the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292237-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292237-1 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT President Obama talked about this week's Supreme Court decision that cleared the way for corporations to spend freely on political advertising. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291584-101 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291584-101 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Sheila Murphy talked about the differences between working as a lobbyists and as a Congressional staff member. Ms. Murphy formerly has worked as a legislative director for Senators Amy Klobuchar, Bob Kerry, and Tom Carper. Following her remarks she responded to audience members' questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290976-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290976-1 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Dan Weiss talked about using paid media as an advocacy campaign tool. Topics included types of strategies for advocacy campaigns, elements of a an advertising campaign, and planning factors. Following his remarks he responded to questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291034-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291034-1 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Ed Ingle spoke to students about lobbying efforts on behalf of corporate interests. Among the issues he addressed were targeting appropriate officials and institutions, staffing a government relations office, and communications strategy. He also responded to questions from the students. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291034-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291034-4 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Glen Bolger spoke to students about the use of polling and survey data in public policy and political campaigns. Among the topics he addressed were the use of polling for research, targeting constituencies based on public opinion surveys, and campaign communications. He also answered questions from the students. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291034-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291034-3 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Sarah Dufendach spoke to students about coalition building, campaign finance reform, and issue advocacy. She focused on the influence of money in politics and navigating potential pitfalls of political campaigns as a lobbyist. Following her remarks he responded to questions from the students. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291034-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291034-2 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Joel Malina delivered remarks on coalition building and issue campaigns. Following his remarks he responded to questions from audience members. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291034-101 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291034-101 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Patrick Griffin spoke to students about lobbying strategies and developing persuasive messages for issue advocacy. Among the topics he addressed were persuasion, framing messages, and developing plans of action. He also responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290994-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290994-1 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Glen Caroline talked to students about the methods used in effective grassroots lobbying and how to work with elected officials. Among the issues he addressed were strategies to influence legislation, encouraging political activism, and bringing constituent issues to government officials. He also responded to questions from the students. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290994-101 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290994-101 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT James Thurber spoke to students about political lobbying efforts and the role of the lobbyist in the political process. He focused on recent lobbying reforms enacted by Congress governing procedures, ethics rules, and campaign financing. He also responded to questions from the students. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290964-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290964-2 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Walter Oleszek spoke to students about the legislative process and effective lobbying. Among the topics he addressed were the role of the lobbyist in shaping legislation, ethics, and building relationships with policy makers. He also responded to questions from the students. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290964-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290964-1 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Bruce Freed talked about the Center for Public Accountability's efforts to pressure corporations and big business to disclose how much and how they spend money on political activities. He also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. C-SPAN Radio's Nancy Calo read news headlines at the end of the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290820-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290820-5 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Telephone lines were open for comments on the question, "Who is a bigger influence, constituents or lobbyists?" http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290190-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290190-2 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT