Lobbying's the practice of influencing decisions made by government (in groups or individually). Lobbyists are articulating their interest in governments decisions by lobbying. They're also known to be assisting others to express their viewpoints on the decision making process. It includes all attempts to influence legislators and officials, whether by other legislators, constituents or organized groups. A lobbyist's a person who tries to influence legislation on behalf of a special interest or… (More on Lobbying)