Lobbyismus
lobbyism; the practice of lobbying
noun lo-bee-IS-mus Rare
Origin: from English lobby
Usage Note
Lobbyismus is the broader concept or phenomenon of interest-group influence on politics; it has a slightly more negative connotation than Lobbyarbeit, often used critically when referring to improper influence.
Examples
"Kritiker sehen im Lobbyismus eine Bedrohung für die Demokratie."
Natural Translation
Critics see lobbyism as a threat to democracy.
Literal Translation
Critics see in lobbyism a threat for the democracy.
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