Question

It should be clear from my remarks that Congress has always had, and always will have, lobbyists and lobbying. We could not adequately consider our work load without them. We listen to representatives from the broadest number of groups. . . . They all have a service to fulfill. At the same time, the history of this institution demonstrates the need for eternal vigilance. –Senator Robert Byrd, "Lobbyists" Which statement is the best summary of Senator Byrd’s ideas? Lobbying is essential to the proper operation of Congress. Congress would be better off if it did not have to deal with lobbyists. Congress historically had problems with lobbyists but does not anymore. Lobbying offers benefits but must also be carefully monitored.

Answer 1

The correct answer is the last option.

Byrd points to the benefits of lobbyists in his speech when he says that Congress workers would not be able to "adequately consider our workload without them," as lobbyists are representatives of all different types of groups. At the same time, he clearly indicates that lobbyists should be "carefully monitored" when he outlines the "need for eternal vigilance," or the need for constant observance of lobbyists.  

Answer 2

The answer is D -Lobbying offers benefits but must also be carefully monitored.