The tobacco lobby is generally regarded as a prime example of a powerful interest group that seeks to influence legislative processes. In light of the recently passed laws at the federal and state levels aimed at protecting non-smokers, it was almost inevitable that they would rise to prominence - but were they successful? Lobbying occurs behind closed doors in the political arena. This book is all the more enlightening as it manages to penetrate these networks and not only bring the work of lobbyists to light but also evaluate it.