Lobbying has long been part of the political landscape. But in recent years link
s between big business and government have become stronger and more far-reaching
than ever. Global corporations now demand control over decisions affecting labo
ur laws, finance, public health, food and agriculture, safety regulations, taxes
and international trade and investment. They even claim the right to private tr
ibunals where they can sue governments for passing laws that could harm their pr
esent or future profits.
