________ refers to engaging in activities aimed at influencing public officials, especially legislators, and the policies they enact.

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Lobbying refers to the act of attempting to influence public officials, particularly legislators, to support policies or laws that align with the interest of the lobbyist's organization or clients. This can be done through various means, such as meeting with legislators, providing them with information and research, and organizing events to gain their support. Gerrymandering, redistricting, gatekeeping, and malapportionment are all related to the process of drawing electoral boundaries and may indirectly impact the ability to influence legislators, but they do not directly involve engaging with legislators in order to influence policy.

________ Refers to Engaging in Activities Aimed at Influencing Public