Be fair toward public officials. .
Avoid cynicism.
Be understanding.
Be friendly.
Be reasonable.
Be thoughtful.
Be charitable.
Be constructive.
Be realistic and persistent.
Be practical.
Give them the benefit of the doubt; the lawmaker will appreciate it and
Be a good opponent.
Be informed.
Be trustworthy.
Be loyal.
Be discrete.
Be generous.
Be visionary.
Work - and be persistent.