I have no problem with influence - it is impossible to escape. To pretend otherwise seems foolish to me.
Equally foolish is this:
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"We consider it part of our mission in the ministry to provide housing for members of Congress," said Jim Winkler, a lobbyist for the church. "There's opportunities for you to talk to them. But we don't approach them and ask for their support for anything."
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Being appalled that people peddle influence is as bad as claiming you are not doing it. Geez.