QUOTE(Emperor @ Mon 12th December 2011, 2:59pm)
Professional lobbyists are a waste of money. They're just in it for the paycheck. Better to have Jimmy Wales and some Wikipedians go to Washington, and present their case with all sincerity. They can learn what they need along the way, using the internet if need be.
Yes of course, because it is well established that sincerity trumps money and connections in Washington.