73K views · 1.5K reactions | Watch how Democratic lobbyist Caren Z. Turner intervenes in a traffic stop in connection with her daughter. Turner apparently flashed her Port Authority badge in an effort to intercede with police officers on the scene. | American Voices | Facebook

Lobbying is a huge industry in the U.S. In 2019, around 12,000 registered professionals helped clients spend over $3.5 billion, which seems to pay off. According to one study, for every dollar spent on lobbying and campaign contributions, a corporation can receive up to $760 from the government. Still, lobbying is often criticized and public perception of the practice is low. Opponents say that the industry isn’t adequately regulated, and that the ability to influence policy is in the favor of t

This Port Authority commissioner told N.J. cops: "You may shut the f--- up." http://nj-ne.ws/F7HjDcF | NJ.com

99K views · 819 reactions | The Port Authority commissioner...