lobbying

I know one investment banking boss who penalises underlings for lobbying crassly.

我认识的一位投老板就会惩罚那过分说的下级。

They are actively lobbying for the bill.

们正在为使议案通过而积极说议员。

They are lobbying for a reduction in defence spending.

们正在为减少国防开支而说议员。

These businessmen have been lobbying a bill through the Senate.

人一直在说议员通过该项议案。