Question

Why do grass-roots lobbying efforts often succeed at influencing public policy? The lobbying is kept secret from the general public. The lobbying involves gifts to lawmakers. Many voters can express the same idea in a short time. The media usually ignore such efforts.

Answer 1

I believe the answer is "Many voters can express the same idea in a short time."

Answer 2

I believe the answer is "Many voters can express the same idea in a short time."