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==Scandals==

==Scandals==

Bribery has always been illegal and hints of bribery destroy the effectiveness of a lobbyist--and seriously hurt major politicians such as [[James G, Blaine]]. [[Image:84tattoo.jpg|thumb|450px|the famous "tattoed man" cartoon, with Blaine covered by indelible scandals connected to lobbyists; ''Puck'' June 4, 1884 cartoon by Bernhard Gillam]]

Bribery has always been illegal and hints of bribery destroy the effectiveness of a lobbyist--and seriously hurt major politicians such as [[James G. Blaine]]. [[Image:84tattoo.jpg|thumb|450px|the famous "tattoed man" cartoon, with Blaine covered by indelible scandals connected to lobbyists; ''Puck'' June 4, 1884 cartoon by Bernhard Gillam]]

Lobbyist Jack Abramoff in the early 21st century went to prison for his extreme lobbying, especially on behalf of Indian casions. He dragged down numerous allies.

Lobbyist Jack Abramoff in the early 21st century went to prison for his extreme lobbying, especially on behalf of Indian casions. He dragged down numerous allies.