When advocacy groups initiate personal communication with public office holders in an effort to influence public policy, it is called:
A) public consultation
B) public engagement
C) litigation
D) lobbying

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Lobbying refers to the act of attempting to influence decisions made by officials in the government, most often legislators or members of regulatory agencies. It involves advocacy groups initiating personal communication with public office holders to influence public policy.

When Advocacy Groups Initiate Personal Communication with Public Office Holders