You are a policymaker and a lobbyist comes to you, arguing that his industry is important for national security and has important spillover benefits. Why might you be suspicious of his claims?

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The lobbyist's claim that their industry is important for national security may be a tactic to gain preferential treatment, such as tariffs that decrease foreign competition, rather than a genuine concern for national security. Policymakers should be wary of such claims and carefully evaluate the evidence presented to support them.

You Are a Policymaker and a Lobbyist Comes to You