Instead of organizing an outside lobbying campaign, the pro-zinc public interest group Common Cents decides to focus on giving campaign contributions to legislators whose support they want. After giving maximum donations to the congressional delegation from another state, those legislators change their minds about a currency reform bill and vote to keep the penny, which is made from zinc. A competing interest group investigates and proves in court that these legislators only changed their votes because of the financial incentives provided by Common Cents. Common Cents's campaign contributions are an example of ________.

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The campaign contributions given by Common Cents to legislators in exchange for their votes on the currency reform bill are considered bribes. Bribes are defined as giving money or gifts to a person in a position of trust or in a powerful position in order to influence their behavior or decision-making process. In this case, Common Cents used their financial resources to sway legislators in their favor. This action is illegal and unethical, as it undermines the democratic process and creates unfair advantages for certain interest groups.

Instead of Organizing an Outside Lobbying Campaign, the Pro-Zinc Public