You Are a Policymaker and a Lobbyist Comes to You

Multiple Choice

You are a policymaker and a lobbyist comes to you, arguing that his industry is important for national security and has important spillover benefits. Why might you be suspicious of his claims?

A) He may not know anything about the industry he represents.
B) His industry benefits from tariffs that decrease foreign competition.
C) The lobbyist has the same interests as the rest of the country.
D) Every industry is important for national security.