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lobbying, n the act of influencing, by argumentation, the course of action of a legislator. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| I was interested to read your report of the concerns for General Synod voiced at the December meeting of the Council of General Synod (COGS) which included "The presence of the Essentials Network, a group of conservative Canadian Anglicans opposed to same-sex blessings," and "The divisive interference from lobby groups who will be renting space in our hotel" I would like to correct some misconceptions and allay some fears. 7 voting results reveal that those who oppose policies to protect and expand affordable housing--a handful of developers, their lobby groups, and a few NIMBY neighborhood groups--are not the mainstream. In light of the occupational diseases caused by asbestos, many lobby groups have objected to Canada's position on the safe use of chrysotile and its exportation. |
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