Who Spends the Most on Lobbying

question 55

Multiple Choice

Who spends the most on lobbying?

• A) protest movements like Occupy Wall Street and the Tea Party
• B) environmental groups like the Sierra Club and labor organizations like the AFL-CIO
• C) Hollywood celebrities and movie producers
• D) foreign governments
• E) corporations like General Electric and other business groups

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Definitions:

Altruism Theory

A theory suggesting that humans are capable of selfless acts done for the benefit of others without personal gain.

Social Exchange Theory

A theory suggesting that social behavior is the result of an exchange process, aiming to maximize benefits and minimize costs.

Kin Selection

A natural tactic that supports the reproductive advancement of an organism’s family members, potentially at the expense of the organism’s own life and reproductive capabilities.

Empathy-Altruism Model

A psychological theory suggesting that feeling empathy for others can lead to altruistic behavior, where help is offered with no expectation of personal gain.