Lobbyists at Work

Acknowledgments

This book quite literally would not have been possible without the busy lobbyists and policy advocates who gave their time to speak with me and answer my many questions. If not for their good humor and willingness to explain, this would be a much shorter and duller book. My sincerest thanks go out to all of them.

Thanks also to my editor, Robert Hutchinson, who first approached me with the idea for the book and encouraged me through the process, keeping me amused with his wit and wordplay. I also thank coordinating editor Rita Fernando, who kept the project running smoothly throughout.

Several colleagues helped me along the way with ideas, introductions, and feedback on chapters: thank you to Frank Baumgartner, Jeff Berry, Lee ...