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Debate reignites over whether lobbying amounts to corruption
Original: Lobbying Is Corruption Article URL: https:// discuss.google.dev/t/trusted-a utomation-with-google-antigravity-scaling-se
A sharply worded claim that lobbying is corruption has been circulating widely, drawing comments and debate online. The argument echoes a long-running critique of lobbying: that paying for political access gives wealthy firms undue influence over legislation. Supporters say the practice is legalised influence-buying, while defenders argue it is a legitimate part of democratic representation. No new legislation or scandal appears connected to the discussion.
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