Lobbyists, think twice about perception of undue influence

Lobbyists and political parties should be more proactive about warding off influence scandals before they occur.

Outgoing federal Lobbying Commissioner Karen Shepherd updated the Lobbyists' Code of Conduct in 2015, which is intended to ensure that lobbying of government officials is done ethically and transparently. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Opinion

BY IAN GREENE

July 19, 2017

We all try to influence other people. That’s part of being human. Some of us try to influence politicians. That’s part of democracy. Influence becomes unacceptable when it is “undue”: exerting pressure without transparency, equality, or fairness. Influence that involves deception, secrecy, ...

To keep reading, subscribe and become a political insider.

Only $7.76 a week for an annual subscription.

Enjoy unlimited website access and the digital newspaper.

Cancel anytime.

Already a Subscriber?

Get Weekend Point of View Newsletter

A round up of the past weekâ€™s opinion writers and columnists on Saturdays and Sundays.

By entering your email address you consent to receive email from The Hill Times containing news, analysis, updates and offers. You may unsubscribe at any time. See our privacy policy