Lobbyists are scouring the recently passed $787 billion stimulus bill for opportunities to leverage tax breaks for their corporate clients. President Obama was elected promising to scale back the powerful reach of lobbyists in Washington. But Arthur “Jerry” Kremer, a Long Island lobbyist, says that business continues to thrive. With an increase in government spending, Kremer’s clients in business and government “just feel they need somebody to speak in a louder voice for them.” (Newsday)
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