Lobbying,or applying pressure to public officials in order to influence change,is called ______.

A) social action
B) popular education
C) citizen participation
D) public advocacy

Public Advocacy

The act of promoting or defending a cause, principle, or policy in the public arena.

Social Action

Acts carried out by individuals or groups with the intention of changing or influencing social conditions or policies.

Lobbying

The activity of attempting to influence decisions made by officials in the government, often by special interest groups or professional lobbyists.