Thank you Chad ~ It has Always been my opinion that Lobbying is the tool used by Big $$$ to make more because of their Special Interests in Areas that Produce the most $$$ for the stock holders !  I was surprised to read that groups like Save our Surf also use lobbyists to keep their Interests alive.  Although, the Big $$$ could-may-& does Sabotage their Efforts if their Clients want them to.  For me, I Support those that want to keep the ck's & balance on these lobbying groups.  More Should be done to ensure that the Citizen is Always Informed & has a Direct line to Bring the Sunshine in on the Issues !  The Lobby Laws Need to Be Stronger to Preserve the Integrity of the Freedom to Lobby.  Or keep them Honest !