Dispatches investigates one of the most powerful and influential political lobbies in Britain, which is working in support of the interests of the State of Israel.Despite wielding great influence among the highest realms of British politics and media, little is known about the individuals and groups which collectively are known as the pro-Israel lobby.Political commentator Peter Oborne sets out to establish who they are, how they are funded, how they work and what influence they have, from the key groups to the wealthy individuals who help bankroll the lobbying.He investigates how accountable, transparent and open to scrutiny the lobby is, particularly in regard to its funding and financial support of MP. The pro-Israel lobby aims to shape the debate about Britain's relationship with Israel and future foreign policies relating to it.Oborne examines how the lobby operates from within parliament and the tactics it employs behind the scenes when engaging with print and broadcast media. - blurb
It seems to me that transparancy is a word we are all familiar with but many are not fully aware of its implications. If lobbying the government is not wrong, then why should we not be aware of it. After all these are the men and women who are running our country- a supposed democracy. I would like to influence my government, but at times like these I am convinced that my pockets are not deep enough to satisfy the big men upstairs.
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