The Lobbying Power of Urban Poor in the Legislative Process of Naga City, Camarines Sur, Philippines

Abstract

Lobbying is a way of attempt to influence government policies. It attempts many forms to influence legislation and political system. Lobbying is a powerful trade of influence. It seeks for political support and advocates the civil society. A civil society is a third sector of the community that is highly distinct from government and business. Through lobbying, Philippines as a representative democracy exercises civil society’s power through the masses.