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Pub. Date
2021.
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English
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"A blistering exposé of the National Rifle Association, revealing its people, power, corruption, and ongoing downfall, from acclaimed NPR investigative reporter Tim Mak"--
Once a grassroots club dedicated to gun safety, the NRA ballooned into a powerful lobbyist organization that maintained an iron hold on gun legislation in America. The millions in small fees from members across the country funded hidden, lavish lifestyles of designer suits, private...
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Pub. Date
[2016]
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64 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
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English
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"Special interest groups, lobbyists, political action committees, campaign finance reform--if people on the news are arguing about these subjects, it's probably an election year. Billions of dollars flow through special interest groups to fund campaigns at local, state, and national levels. Donors, corporations, and committees have the potential to greatly influence political candidates and election results, so the rules surrounding special interest...
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Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
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Emma, a politician constantly under fire who is lobbying for a new law to protect women and girls from online bullying, is pushed to the limit when a body is found in her house, and will do anything to protect her reputation and family, no matter what the cost.
As a politician, Emma has sacrificed a great deal for her career-- including her marriage and her relationship with her daughter, Flora. A former teacher, she finds the glare of the spotlight...
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[2010]
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (76 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
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English
Description
Director Francis Megahy offers an unflinching look at the lobbying system in Washington, D.C., and the influence of money on modern politics. By speaking with Washington, D.C. insiders, Megahy gets the inside scoop on where the money comes from and how it is used.
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Pub. Date
[2012]
Physical Desc
xii, 196 pages ; 24 cm
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English
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"Get what you want, every time!Imagine a world where you are offered every job you seek; every business venture you undertake is successful; and every potential customer you approach buys your product. Now imagine that all of this can be achieved--ethically and honestly. All you need is the help of one battle-tested guide, The Influence Game. Former Washington, D.C. lobbyist Stephanie Vance dispenses everything she's learned about effective (and,...
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Pub. Date
2020.
Physical Desc
305 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 cm
Language
English
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In this tell-all exposé, a former senior strategist for the National Rifle Association reveals the corrupt behavior of its chief executive Wayne LaPierre and gives a behind-the-scenes look at the inner workings of one of the most powerful political lobbying organizations in the United States.
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Pub. Date
[2012]
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305 pages ; 24 cm
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English
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DemoCRIPS and ReBLOODlicans uncovers the truth about how corporations have bought the American electoral and legislative process through the power of lobbyists, campaign contributions, and political action committees. Using historical details, such as the development of the two-party system and the advent of third-party candidates throughout U.S. history, DemoCRIPS and ReBLOODlicans exposes how the two major parties have allowed corporations, businesses,...
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Pub. Date
2017.
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ix, 228 pages ; 25 cm
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English
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Fox News Channel host Eric Bolling presents an outrageous history of American politics, past and present, Republican and Democrat. From national political scandals to tempests in a teapot that blew up; bribery, blackmail, bullying, and backroom deals that contradicted public policies; cronyism that cost taxpayers hundreds upon hundreds of millions of dollars; and personal conduct that can only be described as regrettable, The Swamp is a journey downriver...
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