lobbying
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lobbying
The targeted influencing of political decision-makers such as members of parliament or government officials by interest groups (lobbies) in order to assert their own interests. This often happens through personal conversations, the provision of information, or public relations work.
Der Lobbyismus der Automobilindustrie hat die neuen Abgasnormen stark beeinflusst.
The lobbying by the automotive industry strongly influenced the new emissions standards.
The word ends in '-ismus' (-ism), a typical ending for systems, ideologies, or behaviors. The root 'Lobby' comes from English and originally referred to the entrance hall of a parliament, where interest groups could approach members of parliament.
Der Begriff Lobbyismus beschreibt die systematische Interessenvertretung in der Politik.
The term lobbying describes the systematic representation of interests in politics.
'Lobbyismus' (lobbying) is often used with the verb 'betreiben' (to engage in / to conduct). Interest groups 'betreiben Lobbyismus' (engage in lobbying) in order to achieve their goals.
Verschiedene Verbände betreiben in der Hauptstadt aktiv Lobbyismus.
Various associations actively engage in lobbying in the capital.
This word mainly belongs to the vocabulary of politics, business, and journalism. It is used less often in everyday conversation, unless people are discussing political topics.
In den Nachrichten wurde kritisch über den Lobbyismus der Pharmaindustrie berichtet.
The news reported critically on the lobbying by the pharmaceutical industry.
interest group / advocacy
Interessenvertretung and Lobbyismus can both refer to working for a group's concerns in relation to politics. Interessenvertretung is broader and usually more neutral, while Lobbyismus emphasizes targeted influence on political decision-makers. Use „Interessenvertretung“ for representing interests in general, and „Lobbyismus“ for this particular method.
Der Lobbyismus der Branche beeinflusste die politische Debatte.
The industry's lobbying influenced the political debate.
Die Interessenvertretung setzte sich für bessere Arbeitsbedingungen ein.
The advocacy group campaigned for better working conditions.
