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Interest groups spent $518 million lobbying PA. state govt. last year
Are you surprised that your opinions are not being heard?
http://www.phillymag.com/news/2014/07/07/interest-groups-spent-518-million-on-lobbying-in-pennsylvania-last-year/
"The numbers are in, and the amount interest groups spent on lobbying Pennsylvania lawmakers in 2013 is staggering: A cool $518 million. The massive total includes staffer salaries, outreach, travel and free stuff for lawmakers.
It’s the first time more than a half-billion dollars has been spent in the state since lobbyists had to start disclosing totals in 2007. That year, lobbyists spent $450 million."