Lobbyists are individuals hired by companies or organizations to influence legislation to achieve the goals of the company or organization. They seek to advocate for things relevant to program plans, such as social policies related to natural disasters and health care, and often gather as _____.

Lobbyists work to influence government decisions on behalf of a shared cause, industry, or organization. Those with a common policy goal often organize as special interest groups, which advocate for legislation relevant to their interests. The answer is “special interest groups.”

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